Firefighter

ASRC Federal

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Communications is seeking a Firefighter who will support the Installation Support Services (ISS2) contract on Eareckson Air Station (EAS). This position will require that the employee work on site at EAS. Transportation from Anchorage, Alaska to Eareckson Air Station will be furnished by government sponsored aircraft. Meals and housing will be provided by the program while working onsite. Employees will live in a dormitory housing environment, and meals will be furnished daily through the cafeteria/dining facility. This position works 7 days a week, 12 hour days, with a rotation of 8 weeks on and 4 off.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three to Five years' experience controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, municipal or governmental fire department.
Ability to pass a National Agency Check that includes background investigation.
Ability to successfully pass the NFPA 1582 pre-employment physical requirements and drug tests upon hire, and annually.
Demonstrating specific vision abilities required by the job include the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
Valid State driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Speak, read and comprehend English fluently
Must pass a background check, drug screening, fingerprints, and a fit-for-duty physical exam; candidates must be medically cleared for long-term residency in a remote location with limited access to healthcare.
Certified Firefighter I/II (PROBOARD, or IFSAC)
Hazardous Materials Awareness / Operations (PROBOARD, or IFSAC)
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FEMA/NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800

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NREMTB National Registry of EMT’s
Operating basic Microsoft computer programs.
Lifting and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

Controls and extinguishes fires.
Ability to drive and operate firefighting vehicles.
Performs crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling predominantly large or complex aircraft (e.g., fighters, cargo, and passenger).
Performs structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities.
Performs search and rescue of personnel and performs or initiates a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepares victims(s) for transport to a medical facility.
Evaluates emergency medical situations and performs duties as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or equivalent.
Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures.
Participates in the physical fitness, respiratory protection and hearing conservation program.
Performs daily inspection, maintenance and upkeep of firefighting apparatus, tools and equipment.
Participates in all training activities, including afterhours exercises and readiness inspection callouts.
Performs collateral duties and other duties as assigned.