JOB TITLE

Airport Maintenance Worker / Firefighter (Part-Time)

GRADE:

9

DEPARTMENT:

Hagerstown Regional Airport

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO

Aircraft Rescue & Firefighting Manager (Airport Fire Chief)

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK

Perform responsible protective service work in fire suppression and rescue services in emergency situations and skilled and semi-skilled work in maintenance of the airport grounds and Terminal facility along with service as an Airline Grounds Operations Agent in support of scheduled flights. Direction is provided by the Airport Fire Rescue and Firefighting Manager (Airport Fire Chief) and the Airline Station Leader.

ESSENTIAL FINCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Respond to emergency fire and medical situations. Provide fire suppression and related rescue, entry, ventilation, salvage, emergency medical and hazardous materials containment services. Conducts routine ARFF vehicle readiness and equipment inventory checks. Conduct airfield safety inspections. Conduct daily interior and perimeter security checks. Maintains emergency services and airfield operational proficiency by attending FAA and DOD training classes. Perform normal care-taking duties to include general cleaning and maintenance of the airport terminal as well as general exterior light maintenance including mowing and snow removal. Assist with airline ground handling operations (including but not limited to: baggage loading/unloading, marshalling aircraft in/out of gate area, deicing, servicing as a designated ramp observer, etc.) Work as needed, and working on-site "after-hours", responding to intercom calls from users of the terminal, parking lot to answer questions, collect payment with handheld point of sale device and/or generally resolve difficulties. Perform related tasks as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

General knowledge of the principles, methods, tools and techniques used in airport firefighting and emergency situations. Knowledge of the common practices, tools and terminology used in maintaining facilities. Must be pleasant and able to complete tasks effectively and safely while working in all varieties of weather, including severe weather. Ability to apply any chemicals used within and outside of the terminal, along with the use of equipment like grooming equipment and snow blower. Ability to be self-motivated and work effectively while conducting oneself professionally around other associates and the general public.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED. University of Maryland or equivalent Firefighter level II. University of Maryland or equivalent Airport Firefighter certification desirable but not required. Current live-burn certificate is desirable. Maryland certified Emergency Medical Technician. National Safety Council or University of Maryland or equivalent Emergency Vehicle Operators Course. University of Maryland or equivalent hazardous Materials Operations course. University of Maryland or equivalent Pump Operators course. Minimum of two- (2) years firefighting experience with a career or volunteer fire department. NIMS certifications should be submitted for evaluation. Applicant should have working knowledge of airport operations. Minimum three years' experience in the operation of emergency vehicles. Airline ground handling experience is desirable. A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid Class B Non-Commercial or CDL driver's license or other state equivalent. Applicant should be honest and trustworthy with a dependable work history. Applicant will be subject to a full criminal background investigation and fingerprinting. Employee will be required to complete a Federal Aviation Administration Aircraft Rescue Firefighting course within six (6) months of hire date. Employee must complete all required airport and airline computer based training, as well as on the job training within 60 days as a condition of employment. Required to complete all monthly computer-based training courses as assigned Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Revised:

05/16; 1/28/19; 6/30/2025