Airport Operations Agent / ARFF
About The Position
The Airport Operations Agent performs Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), airport operations, and maintenance duties. As part of a team, the agent responds to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services. The position also involves snow removal, inspections, maintenance, and operating equipment used to maintain airport property and facilities. The agent helps ensure safe airfield conditions and performs administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport. The schedule consists of two consecutive 17-hour shifts, typically 0530–2230, followed by four shifts off. Work is on rotational shifts and includes some weekends and holidays. Applicants are encouraged to apply by November 6; the posting remains open until filled.
Requirements
- Hold IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Firefighter I certification.
- Hold IFSAC, ProBoard, or State of Colorado Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations certification.
- Complete a 40-hour First Responder first aid course within 45 days of employment, or have the ability to obtain the certification within that period.
- Complete Basic ASOS Certification within one year of employment.
- Complete Advanced ASOS within two years of employment.
- Complete ACE OPS within three years of completing Advanced ASOS.
- Successfully pass a 10-year criminal history records check in accordance with TSR, Part 1542, and maintain eligibility for FAA- and TSA-mandated security clearances.
- Possess a valid State of Colorado driver’s license, or be able to obtain one within 60 days, with a satisfactory motor vehicle record and no restrictions.
- Complete FAA ARFF training within 30 days of employment.
- Complete the FAA Part 139 Certification Live Fire burn within 45 days of employment.
- Complete NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800 training within six months of employment.
- Complete Colorado Firefighter II within two years of employment.
- Complete Colorado IFSAC Airport Firefighter within three years of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Complete NREMT coursework and obtain a State of Colorado EMT license within one year of employment.
- Obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsement within twelve months of employment.
- Complete NIMS ICS-300 within two years of employment.
- Complete NIMS ICS-400 within four years of employment.
Responsibilities
- Respond as part of a team to airport emergencies and provide fire and rescue services.
- Perform Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) duties.
- Perform airport operations and maintenance duties.
- Conduct snow removal, inspections, and maintenance.
- Operate equipment used to maintain airport property and facilities.
- Help ensure safe airfield conditions.
- Perform administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport.
Benefits
- Comprehensive, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness program offering the opportunity to earn cash or extra days off.
- 15 paid holidays.
- Paid time off starting at 12 days and additional medical leave.
- Paid volunteer hours.
- Retirement plan with an 8% dollar-for-dollar match.
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College.
- Eagle County University internal training classes.
- Tuition reimbursement programs.
- Bilingual pay incentive.
- Free bus pass.
- Potential flexible work arrangements.
- Daytime fitness classes and bike rides.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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