Lead Firefighter (Bls/Hazmat Tech)
About The Position
The Lead Firefighter (BLS/Hazmat Tech) serves in the Fire and Emergency Services Division of Commander Navy Region Hawaii. The position leads a crew of three or more firefighters assigned to a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or rescue vehicle during firefighting and rescue operations. The firefighter assesses building structural conditions to determine the equipment and apparatus needed, performs initial hazardous materials incident analysis using hazard and risk assessment techniques, and operates firefighting equipment to control or eliminate fires. The position also requires specialized experience in instruction, documentation, structural firefighting, crash-rescue, hazard and risk assessments, and basic life support.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
- Current federal employees applying for GS positions must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date.
- Must meet Department of Defense certification requirements.
- Must not have reached the 37th birthday by the date of appointment, subject to applicable exceptions or waivers.
- Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and pre-employment drug test; subject to random drug testing.
- Must obtain and maintain a current valid U.S. driver's license.
- Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
- Must wear personal protective equipment continuously for the duration of the work shift.
- Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level, including the specified instruction, documentation, structural firefighting, crash-rescue, hazard assessment, and basic life support experience.
- Must possess Firefighter I and II, Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, Airport Firefighter, HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, HAZMAT Technician, Driver Operator Pumper, and Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certifications. Certifications must be awarded by National Registry, DoD, IFSAC, or ProBoard, and copies must be provided with the application.
- Must meet applicable Selective Service registration requirements for males born after December 31, 1959.
- New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
- Appointment of retired military members within 180 days of retirement is subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
Responsibilities
- Lead a crew of three or more firefighters assigned to staff a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or rescue vehicle during firefighting and rescue operations.
- Analyze structural conditions of buildings to determine the firefighting equipment and apparatus required.
- Use hazard and risk assessment techniques to complete initial hazardous materials incident analysis.
- Operate firefighting equipment, including pumps, foam generators, booms, and ground sweep nozzles, to control or eliminate fires.
- Instruct employees on specific tasks and firefighting techniques.
- Prepare and submit reports, schedules, checklists, and data files.
- Perform structural firefighting duties at a variety of facilities, potentially including research and large industrial complexes.
- Perform crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations.
- Perform hazard and risk assessments.
- Perform basic life support and initiate established medical protocols.
- Ensure organizational or facility continuity of operations and completion of mission-essential tasks.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to employees and their families.
- Relocation bonus may be authorized.
- Recruitment bonus may be authorized.
- Overtime or night differential pay may be required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
