Firefighter

JOB
About UsSouthwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11.1 million passengers in 2025 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Sixteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to more than 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 more than 160,000 aircraft operations in 2025. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.The Lee County Port Authority Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Department is a full-service agency committed to providing superior fire and emergency rescue services and a highly effective fire prevention program to our airport community 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 PositionThe Lee County Port Authority is seeking a highly responsible individual to join our team of firefighters 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.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Key ResponsibilitiesMaintains equipment apparatus checks, performs minor maintenance functions and/or reports defective equipment to immediate supervisorPerforms assigned duties in maintaining quarters, buildings, equipment, grounds and hydrantsResponds (driving or riding) to aircraft emergencies or to stand-by positions located near runwaysOperates the crash truck turrets as requested and hand lines as needed in establishing rescue paths and suppression of fireAssists egress of aircraft passengers and crew members during aircraft emergenciesAssists in filling out run reports according to departmental record keeping practicesPerforms emergency first aid treatment to injured persons using basic life support techniques involving specialized trainingConducts search and rescue and extrication operationsAssists the operator with setting up aerial operations, securing water source, and pumping operationsThis is an hourly position based on a 112-hour bi-weekly work schedulePerforms other duties as required