What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter/EMT position at General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works?
Job Description
The Firefighter/EMT position is committed to service to all Bath Iron Works employees, providing suppression of fires on-board ships under construction, production facilities, and Office spaces. As a duel role department, we also provide Emergency Medical Services at the Bath Facilities. The firefighter/EMT will be expected to make routine inspections and fire safety assessments on-board ships under construction, all BIW manufacturing buildings and office areas. The successful candidate should be willing to work in an energetic industrial firefighting/EMS environment following the Incident Command Structure and the appropriate Standard Operational Guidelines. We operate under a three platoon system with 24 hours on and 48 hours off, 365 days a year. Daily truck checks, station duties, training, Fire/EMS response and inspections are all part of the daily routine.
This position requires you to be able to obtain a government security clearance. You must be a US Citizen for consideration and you must be able to obtain an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire. For more information regarding the security clearance process, please visit Investigations & Clearance Process (dcsa.mil)
Planned and unplanned overtime may be required as necessities arise. A resume and cover letter is highly recommended. Maine State EMS license is required and Firefighter 1 &2 are required with application.
Required/Preferred Education/Training
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Current and active member in a volunteer or career department required
- A valid Maine EMS license is required.
- Knowledge of structural fire response operations, emergency medical care, and firefighting equipment inspections is also required.
- Interior firefighting experience is required in order to enter the hiring process and initiate training.
Required/Preferred Experience
- Previous interior Firefighting & Fire service experience required
- A Maine or Pro-Board Firefighter Certification 1 & 2 are REQUIRED
- An Active and Valid State of Maine EMT-B license is REQUIRED
- Confined Space Rescue preferred
- Technical Rope Rescue preferred
Unique/Additional Requirements:
Minimal medical requirements for Firefighter/EMT candidates as delineated in Chapter 6 medical evaluation of candidates – National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1582 Standard on Comprehensive Occupation Medical Program for Fire Departments.
