Firefighter

We are seeking a Firefighter to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada, supporting the Hawthorne Army Depot. This role ensures the safety and security of personnel and real property on the base, reporting to the Fire Chief. The position requires a Secret US Government Clearance, and US citizenship is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire and/or emergencies using assigned mobile fire apparatus and ambulance.
• Provide emergency assistance and combat fires as required.
• Follow established guidelines for handling, storage, and disposal of Hazardous Materials.
• In case of fire, lay lines, raise ladders, make forcible entry, and rescue persons as necessary.
• Stand by during hazardous operations such as welding, confined space, high/low angle, low oxygen atmospheres, and open air detonations.
• Perform inspection, testing, cleaning, servicing, and repair of equipment including fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, and breathing apparatus.
• Conduct periodic inspections and flow tests on hydrants; service fire hydrants in assigned area.
• Perform fire prevention, pre-fire planning, fire drills, and building inspections.
• Participate in practice drills, demonstrations, classroom study, lectures, and video presentations.
• Perform all firefighting duties and use breathing apparatus during practice drills.
• Receive instruction in ventilation procedures, forcible entry, salvage practices, general rescue practices, knot tying, and other fire prevention/fighting subjects.
• Report potential environmental concerns to the Environmental Service.
• Obtain and maintain a valid State of Nevada license with an "F" endorsement.
• Perform other duties of the same or lower level of difficulty; may occasionally perform duties of a higher level.
• Operate auxiliary equipment such as Hurst Rescue tool and Forestry Fire Attack Kit.
• Complete Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training when scheduled.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Six months of experience as a Firefighter.
• Firefighter I certification (DoD, State of NV ProBoard, IFSCA, or NFPA).
• State of NV EMT Basic or National Registry EMT (or higher).
• Technical school training (Firefighting Sciences highly desirable).
• Physically fit to withstand extreme heat, cold, and smoke; perform arduous climbing, lifting, raising, running, and crawling.
• Working knowledge of applied mathematics and hydraulics; ability to use simple formulas to compute engine pressures for adequate water flow.
• Skillful use of all tools and equipment.
• Ability to administer first aid for bleeding, shock, artificial respiration, etc.
• Maintain fitness-for-duty standards for essential functions, including site drills and emergency requirements.
• Good working knowledge of building construction, sprinkler systems, and familiarity with electrical circuits, appliances, class of fittings, wiring, and fuse types/sizes.
• Qualify as a driver and operator for major mobile firefighting apparatus: Combination Pump, Brush truck, Ladder truck, Water Tender, and Ambulance.
• Obtain and maintain a valid State of Nevada Driver’s License with an "F" endorsement and pass an MVR check with a clean record.
• Obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance (US citizenship required).

This position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to the requirements of the HWAD Medical Surveillance Plan and Matrix, HWAD A&D Program, personnel security investigation, drug testing, medical exam, and respiratory screening. Must meet and maintain personnel suitability and reliability requirements per 29 CFR and Army Regulations: AR 190-11, AR 190-13, and DOD Contractors Safety Manual 4145.26.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, STD, and life insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): 120 hours per year, accrued at 4.62 hours per pay period.
• Sick leave: One hour of accrual for every 30 hours worked.
• Paid holidays: Eleven per calendar year.
• 401K with company matching.
• Employee stock option plan.

Pay

$31.36 - $37.75 per hour.