CREW CHIEF

State of careers Rhode Island • RI Air National Guard Bldg 11, RI

4d • $26 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Chief of Operations, performs all duties as outlined in AFI 32-2001, NGR 5-1, NFPA 1500 and other regulatory standards. To serve as a Crew Chief responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of two or more firefighters engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations and the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards.

Requirements

• Must possess at least 3 years experience in Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) in which three years must have been a full time firefighter or higher.
• Must be capable of performing heavy lifting during emergency situations.
• Must maintain physical standards in accordance with NFPA 1500 and NFPA 1582.
• Must be certified in accordance with the Department of Defense accredited firefighter certification program defined in DODI 6055-6-M to the following levels as a minimum: Fire Officer I, Airport Firefighter, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, Hazardous Materials Incident Command
• Must maintain a telephone at place of residence.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license to operate motor vehicles in Rhode Island as well as USAF driver's license for assigned Fire Department vehicles.
• At time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.
• Subject to National Agency Check (NAC) and Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check.
• General computer skills are required for computer based training programs.
• The employee must maintain all required certification levels; failure to do so may subject the individual to disciplinary action to include position down grade or dismissal.
• Employees requesting transfer, reassignment or promotion are required to meet all certification levels at the time of request, must have a current NFPA 1582 physical at the time of the request and may be required to serve an additional probationary period at the time of the new assignment.

Nice To Haves

• The Senior Crew Chief will fill in as the Assistant Chief of Operations in his/her absence.

Responsibilities

• Leads a crew of two or more firefighters, assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper, Special Hazards, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations.
• Studies maps to become familiar with ground areas, specific locations, etc.
• Ensures that workload is balanced at the fire/rescue scene or in the station.
• Keeps in touch with the status and progress of work, makes day-to-day adjustments, and obtains assistance from supervisor on problems that arise.
• Approves leave for a few hours or for emergencies.
• Resolves simple informal complaints, referring the more serious problems to the Assistant Chief of Operations.
• Informs the Assistant Chief of Operations on performance, progress, and training needs of crew members, and on disciplinary problems.
• Makes suggestions to supervisor as requested concerning promotions, reassignment, recognition of exemplary performance, and personnel needs.
• Instructs employees on specific tasks and firefighting techniques, and provides written instructions and/or reference materials and supplies.
• Directs and participates in practice drills and training classes for assigned crew in all phases of firefighting techniques and equipment maintenance and use.
• Answers questions of employees on procedures, policies, directives, available services, employee activities, etc., and obtains directions from supervisor on problems.
• Prepares reports for the supervisor concerning fire runs, training, maintenance, inspections, or other topics.
• Performs special assignments/projects as required by the supervisor.
• Directs and participates in the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Firefighter Certification System for the assigned crew.
• Directs firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment.
• Directs driver-operator or drives to the scene of the fire following a predetermined route or selecting an alternate when necessary, and positions vehicle considering factors, such as wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft, etc.
• Ensures vehicle is maneuvered to keep the fire in optimum range.
• When arriving first at the scene, takes charge of all firefighting activities until relieved by the Assistant Chief of Operations or higher.
• Leads a crew in the operation of pumps, extended waterways, turrets nozzles, and other similar equipment.
• Determines proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumper.
• Maintains constant awareness of levels in self-contained breathing apparatus and warns other firefighters when tanks are close to empty.
• Assists in training other firefighters on driving vehicles and operating equipment.
• Directs assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties handling all types of aircraft; the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include hangars, fuel farms and multi-story facilities; and the performance of hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and risk assessment techniques in completing initial incident analysis.
• Applies constant awareness of the frequent changes in cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to direct rescue and firefighting operations.
• Support operations involve extensive flight line repair work, or the storage or movement of large quantities of gasoline and other fuels.
• Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of the frequent changes in cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to determine how they affect the difficulty of rescue and firefighting.
• Directs water through turrets, extended waterways, and handlines to cool weapons and ammunition during rescue.
• Operates or deactivates specialized mechanisms and systems such as hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, or oxygen supply systems.
• Participates in regular training and exercises as required.
• Performs pre-fire planning for structural fires by physically going through structures to become familiar with the layout, fire hazards, and location of fixed fire protection systems.
• Participates in controlling and extinguishing fires in a variety of facilities possibly including research and/or large industrial complexes by operating hoses, ladders, and hydrants.
• May assist in the development of special protective services for structures imposing extreme hazards.
• Directs crew in performing hazardous materials (HAZMAT) and risk assessment techniques in completing initial incident analysis.
• May direct crew in specialized fire program missions such as HAZMAT containment and control.
• Leads assigned crew and performs emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility.
• Uses direct pressure and/or tourniquets to stop bleeding, checks windpipe for obstructions, performs CPR, and/or provides other appropriate assistance.
• Frequently serves as the prime rescuer in rescue operations.
• Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
• Performs functional tests and inspections.
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and housekeeping duties associated with assigned facilities.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
• Ensures federal, state, and local protection/prevention ordinances and building codes concerning health, safety, and the environment are strictly adhered to.
• Uses and assures proper fit of required safety equipment and clothing.
• The Senior Crew Chief will fill in as the Assistant Chief of Operations in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
• new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees.
• all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit.
• any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system.

What This Job Offers

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