Airport Operations Agent / ARFF
About The Position
Performs Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), airport operations, and maintenance duties. Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services. Performs snow removal, inspections, and maintenance, and operates equipment necessary to maintain airport property and facilities. Works rotational shifts that will include some holidays and weekends. Ensures safe airfield conditions and performs a variety of administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport. Schedule: Staff will work two consecutive 17-hour shifts (typically 0530-2230) followed by four shifts off duty. This will be explained further during the interview.
Requirements
- IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Firefighter I
- IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations
- 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course or the ability to obtain certification within 45 days of employment.
- Completion of Basic ASOS Certification within 1 year of employment
- Completion of Advanced ASOS within 2 years of employment
- Completion of ACE OPS within 3 years of completion
- Must successfully pass a 10-year background criminal history records check in accordance with TSR, Part 1542, and maintain eligibility for FAA and TSA-mandated security clearance requirements.
- Possess a valid State of Colorado Driver’s License, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days, with a satisfactory motor vehicle record without restrictions
- Must complete a 40-hour First Responder 1st aid course within 45 days of employment.
- Completion of FAA ARFF training within 30 days of employment
- Completion of FAA, Part 139 Certification Live Fire burn within 45 days of employment
- Completion of NIMS Training (must be completed within six months of employment): ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800
- Completion of Colorado Firefighter II within two years of employment
- Completion of Colorado - IFSAC - Airport Firefighter within three years of employment
Nice To Haves
- Complete NREMT coursework and obtain a State of Colorado EMT license within 1 year of employment.
- Obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsement within twelve months of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-300 within two years of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-400 within four years of employment
Responsibilities
- Performs Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), airport operations, and maintenance duties.
- Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services.
- Performs snow removal, inspections, and maintenance, and operates equipment necessary to maintain airport property and facilities.
- Ensures safe airfield conditions and performs a variety of administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $85/month for employee only)
- Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
- 15 paid holidays
- Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- 8% (dollar-for-dollar match) retirement plan
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
- Eagle County University classes (internal training)
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Bilingual Pay Incentive
- Free bus pass
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
