Airport Firefighter

Salary : $51,220.00 - $57,246.00 Annually

Location : Athens, GA

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2024-5510

Department : Airport

Division : Airport Services

Opening Date : 09 / 18 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

Purpose & Job Related Requirements

REPORTS TO : Airport Director

FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt

CLASSIFICATION : Personnel System - Requires satisfactory completion of a 12-month probationary period.

PAY GRADE : FD2

SAFETY SENSITIVE : Yes - Subject to random drug testing per the Athens-Clarke County Drug and Alcohol Ordinance.

Purpose of Job

Provide fire / medical services along with airport operations to ensure a safe and properly functioning airport in accordance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

Respond to aircraft alerts, emergencies, and crashes to extinguish fires, perform rescues, and provide emergency medical services to victim.

Conduct foot and vehicle patrols of airport and surrounding areas to identify and deter illegal activity and conduct building checks. Enforce city, state, and federal laws and airport rules and regulations.

Operate, inspect, and perform minor maintenance of crash trucks and emergency equipment.

Ability to work various shifts as needed.

Job Related Requirements

WORK SCHEDULE : Normally Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 - 5 : 00 pm. Subject to work holidays, weekends; and on call after hours.

May be required to work on religious holidays.

Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Must work cooperatively with others.

When requirements include vehicle operation, responsible for the safety, readiness and operation of the vehicle and must abide by ACC's safe driving policy.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of one year relevant experience in fire.

Ability to obtain CPR, ARFF, and First Responder Certifications. Maintenance of certification is a requirement for continued employment.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.

CDL preferred.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Attend training in aircraft rescue, firefighting emergency medical care, and airport security.

Ensure the safe operation of the airfield, including runways, taxiways, and ramps, in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration procedures.

Perform traffic and crowd control, monitor restricted areas, and respond to incidents or complaints and notify the Athens-Clarke County Police in situations that warrant their assistance.

Complete administrative duties, including answering the telephone and providing customer service.

Maintain all aspects of proper maintenance and cleanliness to the airport ARFF Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Station.

Provide and maintain all essential training to all airport ARFF personnel and provide guidance as needed.

Responsible for airport drivers training program.

Responsible for airport wildlife control as outlined in the Federal Aviation Regulations and the Airport Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.

Assist with the upkeep of the Airport Emergency Plan and help management update the plan as needed to maintain a safe and secure airport.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of crash and fire rescue, firefighting, civilian aviation security and emergency medical procedures.

Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

High attention to detail.

Knowledge of airport operation, safety and maintenance processes and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, law enforcement, and public safety agencies and the general public.

Must be able to wear a respirator and / or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Demonstrated mental / physical health as required by job functions.

Demonstrated sound judgment, stress tolerance, decisiveness, leadership, interpersonal insight, and persuasiveness.

Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Supplemental Information

ADA) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires : climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motion. Must be able to exert over one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to fifty pounds force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work. Must be able to endure high heat conditions and sub-freezing temperatures. Must be able to work in tight and closed spaces for extended periods of time. Must be able to work in situations of low visibility.

DATA CONCEPTION : Requires the ability to compare and or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION : Requires the ability to hear, speak and / or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving / receiving assignments and / or directions to co-workers / from supervisors.

LANGUAGE ABILITY : Requires ability to read a variety of firefighting techniques, fire-fighting apparatus and equipment manuals, local, state and federal fire codes, NFPA guidelines, maps of streets, hazardous materials manual, pre-fire plans, water supply layouts, architectural drawings, IFSTA handbooks, first aid manuals and other informational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to prepare vehicle maintenance reports, training reports, workstation schedules, rescue reports, fire loss reports, incident reports, tour reports, water usage reports, gas reports and pre-fire plans using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.

INTELLIGENCE : Requires the ability to learn and understand complex principles and techniques; to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation; and to make independent judgments in the absence of management.

VERBAL APTITUDE : Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in a variety of administrative, technical or professional languages including fire, radio signal, medical, electrical and mechanics terminology.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE : Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages; interpret graphs; perform calculations involving variables, formulas, square roots, and polynomials; and perform algebraic operations.

FORM / SPATIAL APTITUDE : Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape, visually with fire, mechanics, electrical and medical equipment.

MOTOR COORDINATION : Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using fire, mechanical, electrical and medical equipment. Requires the ability to lift, push, bend and pull objects or materials using body parts as the position necessitates. Requires skilled movements coordinating eyes, hands and fingers accurately and making precise movements with speed.

MANUAL DEXTERITY : Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as firefighting apparatus and equipment such as : pumper, ladder truck, snorkel, power tools, ladders, positive pressure blower fan, electrical power generator, pick-head axe, K-12 saw, spanner wrench, AED, oxygen delivery devices, airway devices, stretcher, medical supplies, and other firefighting, medical, mechanics, and electrical equipment. Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting or turning motion while coordinating other hand with different activities. Must have moderate levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

COLOR / VISUAL DISCRIMINATION : Position requires binocular vision with good depth perception and peripheral vision, motion detection, high acuity, and light adaptation, as well as the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT : Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under considerable stress when confronted with an emergency including those related to fire, medical situations or other type of emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION : Requires the ability to talk and / or hear : (Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words). (Hearing - perceiving nature of sounds by ear). Must be able to communicate via telephone, two-way radio.

ACCGov is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. ACCGov is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Leah Jagatic, HR Coordinator, Human Resources, 762-400-6370 or leah.jagatic@accgov.com.

Total compensation at the Unified Government includes a comprehensive set of benefits, a well established culture of wellness, and a secure retirement that set us apart as a stable Employer of Choice where you can serve and make a difference in the community.

As an Employer of Choice, we offer :

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Group Accident insurance
• Critical Illness insurance
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Contributory term life insurance
• Whole life insurance
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• 13 paid holidays
• Employer Paid Pension Plan (10 years of service)
• Deferred Compensation Program with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employer - Federal Student Aid
• Robust Wellness Program - earn up to $175 per quarter for participation
• Employee Fitness Center - free for employees, spouse, and children 18
• Free onsite health screenings (to include hearing, skin cancer, biometric screening, flu shots)
• Safety & Risk training and job related vaccinations
• Uniforms provided
• Ongoing Training Opportunities and Career Development - Government Wide Learning Management System
• Discount Admissions - ACCGov Parks, Georgia Aquarium
• Annual employee appreciation events

BENEFITS

WELLNESS

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Which best describes your highest level of education?

Are you a certified Firefighter?

How many years of fire and rescue experience do you have?

What is your current CPR and First Responder Certification status?

Do you possess airport firefighter certification in accordance with Georgia Fire Academy and FAA part 139 requirements?

Do you currently possess a valid Georgia Class A Non-Commercial Driver's License?

Do you possess a valid Driver's License?

Required Question

Salary : $51,220 - $57,246