Firefighter (Basic Life Support / HazMat Operations & Technician)

Quick Facts

Firefighter role with first-response fire protection and emergency medical services, including HazMat operations.

Description

Serve as a fully trained member of a firefighting crew protecting life and property at the Raven Rock Mountain Complex (RRMC). You will independently perform firefighter duties, operate and drive motorized firefighting equipment, respond to complex emergencies (structural fires, HazMat releases, and medical incidents), and provide critical emergency medical services (CPR/AED, bleeding control, stabilization, and patient care reporting). You will also support fire prevention inspections, operate alarm room/dispatch equipment (radios, Computer Aided Dispatch, fire alarm reporting networks), and maintain incident logs.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Selective Service registration or exemption (males born after 12/31/59)
• Obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
• Pass pre-employment and random drug testing
• Complete pre-employment physical and annual physical exams
• Work shifts requiring emergency availability (up to 24 hours per day; 72 hours per week; 144 hours per pay period)
• Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license; obtain government driver’s license
• Participate in direct deposit program
• Wear a uniform and respond to emergencies/callbacks (mission essential)
• GS-06 or GS-07 specialized experience as described
• Certification and training requirements (ProBoard/IFSAC/DoD recognized unless noted), including:
  • GS-06: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, Driver/Operator-Pumper
  • GS-07: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, HazMat Technician, Driver/Operator-Pumper
  • CPR and AED (GS-06 & GS-07)
  • EMT now; obtain and maintain Pennsylvania EMT or Paramedic within 1 year
  • Additional certifications within 2 years to remain employed
  • Public Telecommunicator I & II
  • Driver/Operator-Mobile Water Supply
  • Airport Firefighter
  • Driver/Operator-ARFF
  • EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Course)
  • Confined Space Rescue Awareness and Confined Space Rescue Operations