Firefighter

Chenega Corporation•Cape Canaveral, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter protects life, property, critical infrastructure, and mission-essential assets at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (CCSFS) through fire suppression, rescue operations, emergency response, and fire prevention activities. As part of a highly trained Fire and Emergency Services team, the role responds to structural fires, aircraft incidents, rescue operations, hazardous materials emergencies, medical calls, and other mission-critical events. The position supports daily emergency response operations and specialized aerospace-related missions. The Firefighter maintains proficiency in firefighting tactics, rescue techniques, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF), hazardous materials response, and emergency medical services, and works effectively in challenging and hazardous environments. This is a part-time, on-call position with no guaranteed hours. Work is in person at the Cape Canaveral, Florida facility; candidates must currently live within commuting distance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 21 years of age.
Possess and maintain Firefighter I certification.
Possess and maintain Firefighter II certification.
Possess and maintain Airport Firefighter certification.
Possess and maintain Technical Rescue Awareness certification.
Possess and maintain Hazardous Materials Operations certification.
Possess and maintain Hazardous Materials Technician certification.
Obtain National Registry EMT or Florida EMT certification within one year of hire.
Possess NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications.
Obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Successfully pass background and drug screening.
Knowledge of firefighting tactics, fire behavior, rescue operations, and emergency response practices.
Knowledge of ARFF procedures and specialized equipment.
Knowledge of hazardous materials response principles and risk assessment practices.
Ability to operate firefighting equipment, rescue tools, and emergency response apparatus safely and effectively.
Ability to work in stressful, dangerous, and rapidly changing emergency environments.
Strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow instructions, departmental procedures, and safety requirements.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and electronic reporting systems.
Ability to accurately complete reports, records, and documentation.
Must currently reside within commuting distance of the Cape Canaveral, Florida facility.

Responsibilities

Respond to fire alarms, structural fires, aircraft emergencies, vehicle accidents, hazardous materials incidents, rescue situations, medical emergencies, and other emergency events.
Perform firefighting activities using established tactics and procedures to protect life, property, and mission-critical assets.
Deploy and operate fire hoses, nozzles, ladders, ventilation equipment, extinguishers, hand tools, and specialized firefighting equipment.
Assist with search and rescue operations involving trapped, injured, or endangered individuals.
Participate in emergency operations involving launch facilities, aerospace assets, aircraft, and industrial facilities.
Conduct size-up assessments and assist incident commanders in evaluating hazards, risks, and tactical priorities.
Perform rescue operations involving vehicle extrication, industrial incidents, confined spaces, and other emergency situations.
Operate hydraulic rescue tools, stabilization equipment, and specialized rescue devices.
Support technical rescue and hazardous materials operations in accordance with training and certification requirements.
Participate in specialty response functions, including Pad Rescue operations and other mission-specific emergency response activities.
Support emergency standbys for launches, aircraft operations, hazardous activities, and other high-risk events as assigned.
Respond to aircraft emergencies and support airport rescue and firefighting operations.
Participate in aircraft standby operations, launch support activities, and aerospace-related emergency responses.
Use specialized ARFF equipment, firefighting agents, and tactics to suppress aircraft fires and protect personnel.
Assist with rescue operations involving aircraft occupants and associated hazards.
Provide emergency medical care within the scope of certification and departmental protocols.
Assist with patient assessment, treatment, stabilization, and transportation as required.
Support EMTs, Paramedics, and other medical responders during emergency operations.
Maintain proficiency in basic emergency medical care and lifesaving procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.