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Centerra - A Constellis Company

Chennault Firefighter

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Pay: $16.32/hr
Posted: 5 weeks ago
Location: Lake Charles, LA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/25/2026

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What they do

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.

$57,685 / year median in Louisiana

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY
Seeking Full-time Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) for Chennault International Airport and its surrounding areas.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Respond to any ARFF, EMS, or Hazmat incident on or near the airport. Conduct Runway / safety checks of the airfield at random intervals Conduct extinguisher checks Check and maintain all emergency vehicles and all rescue tools Test and inspect fire hose and hydrants Maintain the cleanliness of the fire station and its grounds Conduct standbys for tenants and charters Conduct fuel farm and fuel hauler inspections Conduct Tower and other building inspections Conduct wildlife dispersal on the airfield Inspect and maintain SCBAs Respond to protective alarm signals or other unusual/suspicious activities. Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Louisiana Driver's License Minimum age 18 years old US Citizen Pass a background check Pass a medical physical High School Diploma
REQUIRED EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS
Hazardous Materials Operations Firefighter I (must obtain Firefighter II within 6 months of appointment) ARFF (local 40 hours certification or equivalent) must be obtained within 90 days of appointment. LABEMS Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) within 1 year of appointment.
WORKING CONDITIONS
No travel required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
May be required to lift and carry heavy weight. Must be able to perform all tasks of a Firefighter/EMS professional. Must be able to perform tasks while wearing an SCBA and full firefighting PPE. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $16.32 per hour Ability to
Commute:
Lake Charles, LA 70615 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Lake Charles, LA 70615: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person