A Firefighter responds to fire alarms and other emergency calls. Puts out fires and rescues people from buildings. Responds to medical emergencies and assists with search and rescue efforts and industrial or hazardous waste accidents. Provides fire prevention programs or inspections in the community. May be specially trained to fight forest fires.
The Northwest Arkansas National Airport is dedicated to ensuring that the safest and most modern aviation infrastructure is in place to satisfy the needs of the traveling public. Environmentally conscious travel and development will be used to protect the natural splendor of the region while providing reliable, cost-effective and convenient transportation for the public we serve. Our employees enjoy a casual work environment, opportunities for development and a real opportunity to make a difference. In collaboration with the Fire Chief, the Firefighter will provide aircraft rescue and firefighting, and emergency medical care to the Northwest Arkansas National Airport. This job performs ARFF and structural firefighting, EMS and HAZMAT responses.
Key responsibilities include:
Respond to all airport emergencies or requests for assistance. This may include, but not limited to, aircraft emergencies, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, structural incidents, motor vehicle accidents, law enforcement and security incidents. Enforce all Arkansas State statutes and Airport regulations and ordinances. Enforces provisions of the airport security program. Provide EMS commiserate to the level of EMT-B, remove victims of all body weights to a safe environment by any means necessary (within limits of personal safety). Drive and operate all ARFF vehicles and all associated equipment such rescue saws, jaws of life, pac hammer, SCBA, Thermal imager, and Automatic External Difibulator. Clean and service all ARFF vehicles and conduct daily inspections of vehicles and equipment. Perform inspections of airport structures, aircraft, and fueling facilities this will include pre fire planning. Perform perimeter checks ensuring that no unauthorized persons or animals have gained access to the airfield. Maintain acceptable conditions in the living, dining, work, garage, and outside areas of the fire station. Conduct first aid and fire extinguisher training. Maintain training proficiency as required by FAR Part 139. All other certifications will also be maintained.
Successful candidates will have:
High School Diploma or equivalent 21 years of age or older
IFSAC, DOD
Firefighter II or AFA Firefighter III Arkansas or National Registry EMT-B Arkansas Certified Firefighter. Please note the selected candidates will be required to submit to background checks. The Northwest Arkansas National Airport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you a certified firefighter in the State of Arkansas?
