Airfield Fire Fighter

About the role

This position is located at the Minnesota Air National Guard Base (148th Fighter Wing), adjacent to the Duluth International Airport. This airbase fire station provides fire protection & crash firefighting for both the Duluth Air National Guard Base and the Duluth International Airport.

Responsibilities

• Must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Required IFSAC Certifications:
  • IFSAC certified as Firefighter II
  • IFSAC certified as Airport Firefighter within 9 months of hire
  • IFSAC certified as Driver Operator ARFF within 9 months of hire
  • IFSAC certified as Driver Operator Pumper within 9 months of hire
  • IFSAC certified as Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply (MWS) within 9 months of hire
  • IFSAC certified as Hazardous Materials Operations within 9 months of hire
  • Certified to the Minnesota EMSRB as an EMR upon hire and a National Registered EMT within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain an Air National Guard and DIAP security clearance.
• Must possess a current/valid driver’s license.

Requirements

• Must be IFSAC certified as Firefighter II.
• Must be IFSAC certified as Airport Firefighter within 9 months of hire.
• Must be IFSAC certified as Driver Operator ARFF within 9 months of hire.
• Must be IFSAC certified as Driver Operator Pumper within 9 months of hire.
• Must be IFSAC certified as Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply (MWS) within 9 months of hire.
• Must be IFSAC certified as Hazardous Materials Operations within 9 months of hire.
• Certified to the Minnesota EMSRB as an EMR upon hire and a National Registered EMT within 6 months of hire.
• Must be able to obtain an Air National Guard and DIAP security clearance.
• Must possess a current/valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications: IFSAC certified as Public Telecommunicator I and II.
• Working knowledge of vehicle communication systems and resources.
• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local fire ground communications.
• Thoroughly familiar with the operation of all assigned apparatus and equipment.
• Thoroughly familiar with egress and safety procedures of all civilian and military aircraft assigned.
• Possess the abilities to follow directions, to take criticism, to get along with co-workers and supervisors, to treat co-workers, supervisors, and customers with respect and courtesy, and to refrain from abusive, insubordinate, or violent behavior.
• Have the ability to maintain discipline and work under adverse conditions as a team.

Physical Requirements

• The strength & agility needed for heavy lifting, sustained physical effort, and maneuvering under adverse conditions; ability to meet and maintain NFPA physical condition standards.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care