Military Firefighter - Anticipated Vacancy

State of Maine•Bangor, ME

2d•$22 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This is investigative and protective services work involving the prevention and suppression of structural and aircraft fires and the conduct of crash rescue operations. The position performs firefighting and crash rescue activities and operates and maintains firefighting equipment. Work is performed as a team member and may involve life-threatening situations. The employee must be trained to respond to aircraft fires and crash rescues and to use and maintain specialized equipment and vehicles used in aircraft firefighting and rescue operations. Work is performed under limited supervision. The position reports to the Military Fire Fighter Supervisor or above and may require volunteer or mandatory overtime.

Requirements

Three years of experience in an organized fire department; graduation from a certified Military Fire Fighter Academy may be substituted for the stated experience/education.
Certification in Fire Fighter I and II, HAZMAT Operations Level, Emergency Medical Responder level, and Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter, or ability to obtain these certifications within one year of hire.
Valid State of Maine driver’s license and ability to obtain and hold a valid Government driver’s license commensurate with firefighting vehicles at 101 ARW.
Knowledge of structural and aircraft firefighting and rescue methods and techniques.
Knowledge of specialized firefighting and rescue vehicles, equipment, agents, and protective clothing and their uses.
Knowledge of construction features and operating-system locations on civilian and military aircraft, including jets, helicopters, and transient aircraft.
Knowledge of basic emergency medical procedures and practices, Emergency Medical Responder methods, and hazardous-materials spill cleanup methods and equipment.
Knowledge of state and federal emergency communications networks and teletype systems.
Ability to operate firefighting and rescue vehicles and specialized equipment used for aircraft emergencies and disasters.
Ability to perform Emergency Medical Responder procedures and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Ability to work in stressful and potentially dangerous situations.
Ability to lift heavy objects and climb and maneuver in high and confined areas.
Ability to operate communications equipment and read and comprehend aircraft operations manuals and schematics.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in aircraft firefighting and rescue is preferred.

Responsibilities

Fight structural and aircraft fires as part of a firefighting team.
Respond to aircraft rescue situations to save lives and minimize property damage.
Drive firefighting and rescue vehicles to fires, aircraft incidents, or exercises and position vehicles effectively.
Operate pumps to maintain water, foam, or chemical pressure at the desired level.
Provide First Aid or Emergency Medical Responder care to injured persons requiring emergency assistance.
Inspect fire apparatus and associated equipment, repair and refill fire extinguishers, and refill breathing apparatus to ensure operational readiness and compliance with standards.
Clean and polish firefighting, crash, and rescue apparatus and equipment to maintain proper working order and availability.
Maintain knowledge of structural and aircraft firefighting, rescue techniques, breathing apparatus, emergency medical services, fire prevention, and modern firefighting equipment.
Participate in responses to hazardous materials spills and potential explosive situations to contain toxic and volatile substances.
Study technical orders, regulations, manuals, directives, and operating instructions to maintain proficiency and the ability to work as a team member.
Receive emergency response calls, dispatch appropriate personnel, and initiate appropriate emergency responses.

Benefits

13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and more than three weeks of vacation leave annually; vacation accrual increases with years of service.
State-paid employee-only health insurance premiums at 85%–100%, depending on salary; a 5% employee-only premium credit is available for participation in the applicable program.
State-paid 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums.
Maine Public Employees Retirement System contribution of 14.06% of pay by the State.
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
Employee assistance program through the Living Resources Program.
42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child; additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary deferred compensation savings through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.