Airport Firefighter Trainee

Maryland Department of Transportation • Anne Arundel County, MD

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Maryland Department of Transportation Maryland Aviation Administration (MDOT MAA), owner and operator of BWI Thurgood Marshall and Martin State Airports, is hiring an entry-level Airport Firefighter Trainee for the Airport Fire & Rescue Department at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. The resulting eligible-candidate list will be used only to fill this position or function. The trainee works under close supervision from an Airport Fire Lieutenant, Fire Airport Captain, or other Fire-Rescue Service personnel and participates in training to develop skills in fire suppression and protection, rescue operations, and emergency medical assistance.

Employees work rotating 24-hour shifts at an airport fire station and must be available for any shift needed by operational requirements. The work environment includes high aircraft noise, outdoor work in all types of weather, and possible exposure to extreme heat, fumes, smoke, and hazardous materials. Some assignments require heavy protective clothing and safety equipment and lifting or carrying people or objects weighing more than 100 pounds. This is an emergency-essential position, with emergency recall requirements and work during weather, operational, or disaster emergencies.

Requirements

• Graduate from high school or possess a high school equivalency certificate.
• Possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
• Obtain and maintain an Airfield Operator's Permit in accordance with the Code of Maryland Regulation 11.03.01.04.
• Obtain an NFPA Airport Firefighter 1003 certificate within one year after appointment.
• Attend a 16-week Fire Academy and successfully complete certification as an Emergency Medical Technician–B.
• Maintain the prescribed level of physical fitness and pass a physical agility/ability test and medical examination.
• Maintain a reliable telephone or pager communication link for emergency recall.
• Be available to work rotating 24-hour shifts, any shift required by operational needs, and during emergency conditions.
• Successfully complete pre-employment drug testing; employees are also subject to substance abuse testing.
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate airport firefighting equipment and apparatus.
• Learn rescue procedures and emergency medical techniques.
• Learn basic aircraft design and construction.
• Perform fireguard duties and establish fire lines to prevent unauthorized entry into crash or fire areas.
• Assist fire departments in surrounding jurisdictions.
• Participate in formal training programs for fire suppression and protection, rescue operations, and emergency medical assistance.
• Assist in extinguishing fires.
• Participate in drills and other in-service training.
• Clean apparatus, equipment, and living and working quarters.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED