Lead Firefighter

Air Education and Training Command • Fort Sam Houston, TX

5d

About The Position

The Lead Firefighter is responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of three or more firefighters. The crew performs structural firefighting and rescue operations and works to reduce or eliminate potential fire hazards. The position leads emergency response activities and assigns equipment and station maintenance. The role is designated as a key, mission-essential position supporting wartime and contingency operations. Employees work under adverse environmental conditions and participate in respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or equivalent, including qualifying experience in firefighting, rescue, fire-hazard mitigation, fire communications, hazardous-materials incident control, or fire-protection training.
• Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable federal time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-07 is required for GS-08 consideration when TIG applies.
• Required certifications: Fire Officer I; Fire Instructor I; Fire Inspector I; Firefighter II (including Firefighter I); HAZMAT Awareness; HAZMAT Operations; Apparatus Driver Operator—Pumper; Apparatus Driver Operator—Aerial; Apparatus Driver Operator—Mobile Water Supply (MWS); and National Registry Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or EMT-B.
• List current firefighter-related licenses and certificates on the resume and provide copies of certifications or the most recent certification transcript with the application.
• Possess an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Ability to drive and operate complex firefighting vehicles; knowledge of hydraulics, firefighting equipment and procedures, emergency first aid, safety requirements, HAZMAT response, and basic building design, construction, and occupancy.
• Skill in detecting fire hazards and operating communications equipment; ability to maintain working relations, communicate orally and in writing, lift and carry heavy loads, and lead and integrate a crew under emergency conditions.
• Participate in the mandatory physical fitness program and use safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• Work a 72-hour week on a 24-hours-on, 24-hours-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 program requirements.
• May be required to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance.
• Initial appointees to a primary and rigorous firefighter position generally must not have reached their 37th birthday by the appointment date, subject to the stated exceptions and waivers.
• A one-year probationary period or two-year trial period may be required, depending on appointment type; continued employment after that period requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Position is designated key and mission essential, with duties that must continue during emergencies and contingency operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one GS-07 firefighter or military equivalent, assigned to operate major motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper or aerial ladder truck during firefighting and rescue operations.
• Direct the crew in operating firefighting vehicles and equipment.
• Direct structural firefighting at a variety of facilities, which may include research or large industrial complexes, and direct HAZMAT technician containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties.
• Lead emergency rescue and provide immediate first aid to prevent further injury and prepare victims for transport to a medical facility.
• Assign crew members to maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
• Follow health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and perform work in a way that enhances workplace safety.
• Drive a motor vehicle as required and, when required, work in the Fire Alarm and Communications Center (FACC).

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available, subject to eligibility.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Recruitment incentive may be authorized.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
• If authorized, PCS may be paid in accordance with JTR and Air Force regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed