What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Fighter position at Lee County Port Authority?
About Us
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11 million passengers in 2024 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to 70 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated 169,000 aircraft operations in 2024. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.
Terminal Expansion projects are currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. In addition, a new Concourse E is being constructed with 14 gates, as well as other terminal, landside and airside improvements.
The Lee County Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department is a full-service agency dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the employees and passengers at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY).
As Southwest Florida International Airport undergoes major improvements and rapid growth, the Lee County Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department stands ready to meet the increased demand for emergency services with our experienced team and dedication to excellence. With many employees staying for 10 to 20 years or more, the Port Authority offers a stable and rewarding career path in a dynamic and growing environment.
The Position
The Lee County Port Authority is seeking a highly responsible individual to join our team of fire fighters where you will enjoy a positive and supportive work environment in a challenging and rewarding career within the aviation industry. This role is involved in in the prevention, control, extinguishing of fires and response to all emergencies at RSW and FMY. This position reports to the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Captain.
Key Responsibilities
Overview Of Benefits
Please review full job description here
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
The employee has a choice of a pension or an investment plan. The FRS Pension Plan is a traditional defined benefit plan that offers you a guaranteed monthly benefit for life after the required vesting period. The FRS Investment Plan is a defined contribution plan that receives an employer contribution of 8.3% for regular class employees and 16% for special risk employees . Both are employee and employer-sponsored retirement plans. Lee County Port Authority employees eligible to participate in FRS are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the FRS pension plan, please be advised that you are not eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options.
Medical Insurance
The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire.
Dental Insurance
The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their spouse and children.
Vision Insurance
If you are enrolled in the medical plan you and your family are eligible for basic vision coverage through vision discounts. Two more comprehensive plans are offered, including a basic vision plan and a vision 2 high option plan, paid entirely by the employee.
Employee Assistance Program
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality.
Flexible Spending Account(s)
There are two types of reimbursement accounts: Medical and Dependent Care. It is optional and allows the employee to have pre tax dollars deducted from their paycheck for reimbursement of medical costs not covered by your plans or child care costs for children under 13.
Life /AD & D Insurance
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die.
Optional Life Insurance
The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren).
Short Term Disability
The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee.
Long Term Disability
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 90 consecutive days.
Direct Deposit
The employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice.
Other Programs
457 Deferred compensation programs
Education reimbursement
On-site gym - RSW
Paid Time Off & Holidays
The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 birthday day
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Do you have a Florida State Fire Fighter Certification, Levels I & II?
Do you have a Florida State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License or higher?
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11 million passengers in 2024 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to 70 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated 169,000 aircraft operations in 2024. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.
Terminal Expansion projects are currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. In addition, a new Concourse E is being constructed with 14 gates, as well as other terminal, landside and airside improvements.
The Lee County Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department is a full-service agency dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the employees and passengers at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) and Page Field (FMY).
As Southwest Florida International Airport undergoes major improvements and rapid growth, the Lee County Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department stands ready to meet the increased demand for emergency services with our experienced team and dedication to excellence. With many employees staying for 10 to 20 years or more, the Port Authority offers a stable and rewarding career path in a dynamic and growing environment.
The Position
The Lee County Port Authority is seeking a highly responsible individual to join our team of fire fighters where you will enjoy a positive and supportive work environment in a challenging and rewarding career within the aviation industry. This role is involved in in the prevention, control, extinguishing of fires and response to all emergencies at RSW and FMY. This position reports to the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Captain.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintains equipment apparatus checks, performs minor maintenance functions and/or reports defective equipment to immediate supervisor
- Performs assigned duties in maintaining quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds and hydrants
- Responds (driving or riding) to aircraft emergencies or to stand-by positions located near runways
- Operates the crash truck turrets as requested and hand lines as needed in establishing rescue paths and suppression of fire
- Assists egress of aircraft passengers and crew members during aircraft emergencies.
- Assists in filling out run reports according to departmental record keeping practices
- Performs emergency first aid treatment to injured persons using basic life support techniques involving specialized training
- Conducts search and rescue and extrication operations
- Assists the operator with setting up aerial operations, securing water source, and pumping operations
- This is an hourly position based on a 112-hour bi-weekly work schedule
- Performs other duties as required
- Must be able to complete the physical requirements set forth by the department as well as vision requirements established by state statute
- Possession of basic qualifications as mandated by the Department for Firefighter Trainee
- Must be a high school graduate or hold a G.E.D
- Must have a current Florida State Firefighter Certification/Levels I and II
- Must hold a valid Florida Class D Non-Commercial driver license, a current Basic Life Support CPR card, and Florida State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license or higher
- Must complete the FF training packet within one (1) year after employment and successfully pass ARFF's examination for the position
- A minimum of five years of work experience in fire emergency services is preferred
Overview Of Benefits
Please review full job description here
Florida Retirement System (FRS)
The employee has a choice of a pension or an investment plan. The FRS Pension Plan is a traditional defined benefit plan that offers you a guaranteed monthly benefit for life after the required vesting period. The FRS Investment Plan is a defined contribution plan that receives an employer contribution of 8.3% for regular class employees and 16% for special risk employees . Both are employee and employer-sponsored retirement plans. Lee County Port Authority employees eligible to participate in FRS are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the FRS pension plan, please be advised that you are not eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options.
Medical Insurance
The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire.
Dental Insurance
The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their spouse and children.
Vision Insurance
If you are enrolled in the medical plan you and your family are eligible for basic vision coverage through vision discounts. Two more comprehensive plans are offered, including a basic vision plan and a vision 2 high option plan, paid entirely by the employee.
Employee Assistance Program
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality.
Flexible Spending Account(s)
There are two types of reimbursement accounts: Medical and Dependent Care. It is optional and allows the employee to have pre tax dollars deducted from their paycheck for reimbursement of medical costs not covered by your plans or child care costs for children under 13.
Life /AD & D Insurance
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die.
Optional Life Insurance
The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren).
Short Term Disability
The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee.
Long Term Disability
The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 90 consecutive days.
Direct Deposit
The employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice.
Other Programs
457 Deferred compensation programs
Education reimbursement
On-site gym - RSW
Paid Time Off & Holidays
The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 birthday day
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Do you have a Florida State Fire Fighter Certification, Levels I & II?
- Yes
- No
Do you have a Florida State Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) License or higher?
- Yes
- No
- Required Question
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