Airport Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF)

Description

Do you have the desire to properly fuel aircrafts along with a desire to provide fire and medical safety for our passengers and staff?

The Springfield-Branson National Airport is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Aircraft Services Specialist or an Aircraft Services Technician. This position will service aircrafts with proper fuel along with performing Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), EMS services and other aviation related support.

Are you interested in an Aircraft Services Specialist position, but don't have your EMT-B Certificate? The Springfield-Branson National Airport is now accepting applications for our newly approved Aircraft Services Technician position. Our new opportunity, offers new hires 12 months to obtain the EMT-B Certificate.

**THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL FOR 2ND AND 3RD SHIFTS**

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Qualifications And Requirements

Aircraft Services Specialist:

Experience, Education, And Training

• Requires six months experience in one of the following areas: aircraft rescue firefighting, structural firefighting, emergency medical technician or related capacity;
  
  

PREFERRED

• One year of experience working with or around aircraft.
  
  

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid driver's license;
• Must obtain and maintain a Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tank/hazmat endorsements within the probationary period;
• Missouri State EMT-B certification and IFSAC Firefighter I and II certification;
• Must obtain 40 hours Aircraft Rescue Firefighting within 12 months of employment;
• All certifications must be maintained throughout appointment.
  
  

Aircraft Services Technician:

Experience, Education, and Training

• Six months experience in one of the following areas: aircraft rescue firefighting, structural firefighting, or related capacity.
• Must obtain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate within the first (12) twelve months of hire.
  
  

PREFERRED

• One year of experience working with or around aircraft.
  
  

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license;
• Must obtain and maintain a Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tank/hazmat endorsements within the probationary period.
• IFSAC Firefighter I and II certification required;
• Must obtain 40 hours Aircraft Rescue Firefighting within 12 months of employment.
• All certifications must be maintained throughout appointment.
  
  

This position is posted as an Aircraft Services Specialist with the option to underfill as an Aircraft Services Technician.

Functions

Aircraft Services Specialist:

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Salary Range: $21.92/hr. - $33.84/hr

Aircraft Services Technician:

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Salary Range: $20.78/hr - $32.07/hr.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application , but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

01

The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for, and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.

• I understand.
  
  

02

How much experience do you possess in one of the following areas: aircraft rescue firefighting, structural firefighting, emergency medical technician or related capacity?

• I do not have any experience in a related capacity
• 0-5 months of experience
• 6 months - 1 year
• 2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5 or more years
  
  

03

Please describe your experience in one of the following areas: aircraft rescue firefighting, structural firefighting, emergency medical technician or related capacity.

04

Do you possess a Missouri State EMT-B certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you possess the IFSAC Firefighter I and II certifications?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.

• Required Question