Airport Crash Rescue Firefighter

Military Department•East Granby, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The State of Connecticut Military Department (CTMD) is accepting applications for an Airport Crash Rescue Firefighter located at the CT Air National Guard base in East Granby, CT. The CTMD is a unique dual-status agency with both federal and state missions. Its primary public responsibilities include supporting the CT National Guard, training and coordinating state emergency response assets, and planning for the protection of citizens and property during emergencies. The CTMD is committed to environmentally friendly military operations. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Requirements

Valid Driver's license required.
Must have reached their 18th birthday.
Must possess and retain Hazardous Materials Operational level certification.
National certification by the National Board of Fire Service Professional Qualifications (NPQS) or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or state certification by the Connecticut Fire Academy that meet the provisions of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Firefighter 2.
Possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license with proper endorsements (for CT Airport Authority, Bradley International Airport).
Possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license with proper endorsements and a valid Military Operator’s license (for CT Air National Guard, Military Department).
Interpersonal skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to evaluate emergency situations and develop effective courses of action.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to utilize computer software.

Nice To Haves

Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
Airport Firefighter (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
National Registry Emergency Medical Technician or State of Connecticut Emergency Medical Technician
Driver Operator Pumper (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
Driver Operator ARFF (IFSAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply (IFAC and/or Pro Board accredited)
May be required to possess and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification or Paramedic license.
May be required to attend Air Force Firefighting School within six (6) months of hire.
Must possess and retain Department of Defense security clearance.
Must successfully complete Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training within twelve (12) months of appointment.
Must complete annual recurrent Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting training.
Must maintain membership in the Connecticut Air National Guard for at least six (6) years after being hired.

Responsibilities

Acts as first responder to fire, medical and hazardous materials incidents.
Evaluates nature and severity of incidents, selects appropriate tools and techniques and activates appropriate type of water, chemical and/or foam spray.
Drives apparatus to emergency scene in event of alarm.
Receives on-the-job training in structural (including high rise) firefighting and various technical rescue procedures.
Performs related duties as required.
Evaluates medical condition of patient as a first responder to medical incidents.
Provides temporary treatment and/or critical intervention for injuries.
Communicates with area hospitals for guidance.
Transports patient to hospital if necessary.
Provides rescue services within designated area.
May be required to serve as a paramedic on scene.
Conducts routine inspection tours of facilities to check and/or maintain alarm boxes, hydrants, smoke and heat detectors, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and foam systems.
Reports any dangerous or inadequate conditions.
Designs escape routes.
May conduct special investigations or present fire prevention training seminars.
Performs daily maintenance and checking of personal equipment to ensure readiness for emergency situations.
Examines apparatus to ensure adequate levels of gasoline, oil, water, foam and chemicals.
Performs operational checks of apparatus and pumps.
Ensures ambulance and emergency rescue vehicle are stocked with necessary equipment and medical supplies.
Maintains all bio-hazard equipment.
Serves as dispatcher.
Checks and tests radios and alarms.
Maintains communication log.