Firefighter (Hazardous Materials Tech-Basic Life Support)

Air National Guard Units•Syracuse, NY

10d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service position with the 174th ATKW, National Guard. The Firefighter (Hazardous Materials Technician-Basic Life Support), GS-0081-07, is assigned to a crew engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and crash-rescue operations. The position drives and operates complex firefighting vehicles to respond to actual or potential hazardous-material releases, stop or control releases, and perform non-invasive emergency medical procedures. The employee works a 72-hour week on a 24-hour-on/24-hour-off basis, including weekends and holidays, and may be subject to recall. The work involves adverse environmental conditions and is covered by respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs. The position may also involve work in the Fire Alarm and Communications Center, participation on hazardous materials teams, and operation of aircraft arresting barrier equipment. This position requires DoD Firefighter Certification System certifications as Airport Firefighter (including Firefighter I and II), Hazmat Operations (including Hazmat Awareness), Apparatus Driver Operator—Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator—Pumper, and Apparatus Driver Operator—Aerial. It is covered by special retirement provisions for federal firefighters. The maximum entry age is 37, subject to applicable exceptions.

Requirements

At least 12 months of experience, education, or training in one or more listed fire protection, firefighting, rescue, hazardous-materials, fire communications, fire prevention, equipment operation, program, or emergency medical services areas.
Certification by the DoD Firefighter Certification System as Airport Firefighter (including Firefighter I and II), Hazmat Operations (including Hazmat Awareness), Apparatus Driver Operator—Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator—Pumper, and Apparatus Driver Operator—Aerial.
Meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to complete a two-year trial period.
Participate in mandatory direct deposit and a physical fitness testing program.
Meet medical standards under the OPM GS-0081 series and DoD Manual 6055.5.
Use safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
Work a 72-hour week on a 24-hour-on/24-hour-off basis, including weekends and holidays; may be subject to recall.
Submit to random drug testing as a Testing Designated Position.
Work under adverse environmental conditions and comply with respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.
Drive a motor vehicle and hold an appropriate, valid driver's license.
Be able to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
Obtain the appropriate security clearance within one year of appointment.
Meet the maximum entry age of 37, subject to applicable exceptions.
If subject to the Military Selective Service Act, be registered with Selective Service to be eligible for appointment.
Provide official transcripts to support educational claims, if claiming education credit.
Candidates should be committed to improving government efficiency, the ideals of the American republic, the rule of law, and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

Serve on a crew engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and crash-rescue operations.
Drive and operate complex firefighting vehicles.
Respond to actual or potential hazardous-material releases and stop or control the release.
Perform non-invasive emergency medical procedures.
May work in the Fire Alarm and Communications Center.
May participate on hazardous materials teams.
May perform duties associated with operating aircraft arresting barrier equipment.