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Spokane Airport

ARFF Specialist

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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.

$67,017 / year median in Washington

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB Perform Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting operations, combat fires, and perform fire prevention, safety and emergency medical duties and perform related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Responsible for preventing, combating and extinguishing all types of fires, but primarily aircraft fires. Handle spill incidents resulting from the storage or handling of aviation fuels and lubricants. Maintain and operate all types of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting and communications equipment. Participate in emergency rescue of aircraft accident victims. Assist in housekeeping and maintenance of the fire station. Survey business establishments and assists tenants in eliminating potential fire hazards Provide emergency medical services to Airport employees and the public. Participate in fire drills. Attend training courses on firefighting and rescue techniques, fire prevention, first aid, etc.; and maintain proficiency in each in accordance with standards. Participate in activities related to airfield safety. Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION WORKING CONTACTS WITH OTHERS
(INTERNAL
AND EXTERNAL
) Co-workers, Airport staff, tenants and public.
WORKING CONDITIONS, TRAVEL, ENVIRONMENT AND POTENTIAL HAZARDS
Routine:
Office, equipment bays, heavy firefighting and rescue vehicles, exposure to loud equipment and jet noise.
Emergency:
Aircraft crash, fire (structural, airfield and aircraft),
EMS Schedule:
The shift time will be as directed by the Chief of the Department. Firefighters are subject to recall for all major fires or accidents.
EQUIPMENT OPERATION REQUIRED
Personal protective equipment including SCBA and clothing. Medical equipment. All fire and rescue tools and equipment (fire/rescue vehicles, pumps, nozzles, hoses, ladders, hand tools, hydraulic tools, etc.)