AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIRE FIGHTER (ARFF) TECHNICIAN

AIRCRAFT RESCUE FIRE FIGHTER (ARFF) TECHNICIAN

• Must be State of Michigan Fire Fighter Training Council Fire Fighter II Certified.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

An employee in this position performs aircraft rescue and firefighting work; protects life and property; performs a variety of housekeeping, equipment and maintenance chores and compiles records and reports as necessary. Work is performed under the supervision of the Airport Director or his/her designated representative.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsibilities may include:

1. Protection of life and property.

2. Responsible for the upkeep of the fire equipment by becoming knowledgeable of each piece by studying the proper manuals and other related literature.

3. Acts as a member of an aircraft crash/rescue crew.

4. Required to wear and properly operate an SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus).

5. Makes periodic runway, taxiway, and light inspections.

6. Conducts runway friction tests as necessary.

7. Assume snow command vehicle activities.

8. May act as crew leader on an assigned shift.

9. May assume command at a fire in the absence of a superior.

10. Provides radio escort services to contractors performing work or others who have a valid need to gain access to the airfield.

11. Prepares and maintains required records, files, and reports.

12. Participates in departmental training activities.

13. Issues NOTAMS and other airfield advisories awareness of operating environment

14. Responds to fire alarms and extinguishes fires. Drives apparatus, operates pumps and other auxiliary fire equipment as required.

15. Washes, waxes, and cleans fire apparatus.

16. Conducts daily and weekly vehicle inspections on assigned vehicles.

17. Makes fire prevention inspections and related reports.

18. Knowledge of computer security system and ability to respond.

19. Performs housekeeping duties in and around the ARFF Department quarters.

20. Makes building and facility security checks.

21. Maintains a working knowledge of requirements under FAR 139 and responds to requirements.

22. Maintains a working knowledge of requirements under FAR 1542 and responds to requirements.

23. Performs related work as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT:

1. Reasonable knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of modern firefighting.

2. Mechanical aptitude and mental alertness.

3. Physical agility with ability to pass periodic physical examinations.

4. Ability to act effectively in emergency situations.

5. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public and other employees.

6. Ability to prepare accurate written records and reports.

7. Must have a current valid Commercial Driver's License or be certified by the State of Michigan Fire Fighting Training Council to operate fire apparatus.

8. EMR (Emergency Medical Responder) training certification recommended.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

1. Graduation from an accredited high school.

2. At least four years of crash/rescue experience or the ability to be trained.

3. Municipal/volunteer fire department experience may be considered in determining qualifications.

4. Must be State of Michigan Fire Fighter Training Council Fire Fighter II Certified.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.85 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person