FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECH/BLS) with Security Clearance
Company: Department of Defense
Location: Chicopee
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
Duties SUMMARY CONT.: to respond to the presence or potential
releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of stopping or
controlling the release, and to conduct performance of noninvasive
emergency medical procedures to provide Basic Life Support
(BLS)DUTIES:--- This position will support the Federal Government's
response to efforts to COVID-19Performs hazard and risk assessment
and conducts a complete incident analysisPerforms Basic Life
SupportInitiates--- Drives and operates firefighting vehicles, such
as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting
(ARFF) vehicles.--- Performs crash-rescue and firefighting duties
involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous
conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and
potential for becoming destructive is great.--- Performs structural
firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include
large multistoried buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage
facilities.--- Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station
facilitiesComplies with health, safety, and environmental rules and
procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety
of the work environmentRequirements Conditions of Employment---
U.SCitizenship Required--- Males must be registered for Selective
Service, see www.sss.gov--- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR
and AF RegulationsIf receiving an authorized PCS, you may be
subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreementMore information on
PCS requirements, may be found at:
https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/--- This position is
subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program---
Disclosure of Political Appointments--- Employee must participate
in a mandatory physical fitness program.--- Employee is required to
use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.---
The employee is required to work a 144 biweekly rotating work
schedule (48 on, 72 off, 48 on, 72 off, 48 on, 48 off) which
includes weekends and holidaysMay be subject to recall.--- This is
a Testing Designated PositionThe employee is subject to random drug
testing (IA W HQ-USAF letter dated 29 Jan 90).--- This position
requires the employee to work under adverse environmental
conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and
hearing conservation program.--- The work requires the employee to
drive a motor vehicleAn appropriate, valid driver's license is
required.--- Position requires the ability to discern colors,
contrast, and depth.--- May be required to work the Fire Alarm and
Communications Center (F ACC).--- Must be able to obtain and
maintain the appropriate security clearance.--- Performs other
related duties as assigned.--- Pre-employment physical is required
Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized
experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel
Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule
Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements
(IOR) for the GS-0081, Fire Protection and Prevention
SeriesSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1)
year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or
equivalent in other pay systemsExamples of specialized experience
includes (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an
organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire
department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection,
reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation
of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous
materials incidents; and/or (6) developing, implementing, or
providing training in fire protection and preventionNote: Your
resume must show supporting detail in describing your experience,
please be clear and specificWe will not make assumptions regarding
your experienceFEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL
SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet
applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligibleOne
year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade
requirements for the GS-07 levelTIG applies if you are in a current
GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeksNOTE:
Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil
service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within
the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirementsMAXIMUM
ENTRY AGE: Title 5 U.S.C3307 authorizes the head of any agency to
establish a maximum entry age for the original appointment of
individuals to the position of primary and rigorous firefighterFor
initial appointments, applicants cannot have reached their 37th
birthday by date of appointmentThis age restriction does not apply
to those who have previously served in a Federal civilian
firefighting position covered by title 5 U.S.Csection 3307
provisions OR to qualified veteran preference eligibles who may be
eligible for waivers in accordance with section 3 of DoDI
1400.25-V336NOTE: Applicants who are past the maximum entry age,
are re-entering into a primary/rigorous position and have previous
special retirement coverage service - may be eligible to be rehired
or reinstated to a primary/rigorous covered position without
requiring a maximum entry age waiver if he/she will be able to
complete 20 years of covered service by age 57Effective 1 Jun 00,
all DoD firefighters and contract fire and emergency service
personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being
eligible for promotion to that levelApplicants must list their
current firefighter related licenses and certificates on their
resumesPlease attach copies of certifications when you submit the
resume to verify qualification requirements for the
positionCertification requirements for this position are: Airport
Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II), HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT
Operations, HAZMAT Technician, Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper,
Apparatus Driver Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
(ARFF), Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS), and
possess National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)-
Basic Life Support (EMT-B) certificationIMPORTANT: If you have
received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services
Certification Program website ( https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR ) please
provide a copy of your most recent certification transcriptNote: If
you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC
Reachback center at If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot
access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your
individual certifications or transcript at the time of your
application or you will be removed from considerationSpecial
Retirement Provisions Authority: FERS Position covered as rigorous
under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal
firefighters [5 U.S.C8401(14), 5 U.S.C8412(d), and 5 CFR
842.802]Position covered as rigorous under the CSRS special
retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C8331(21), 5
U.S.C8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902]KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
(KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your
level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the
following areas:--- Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting
vehicles of significant complexity, and the principles of
hydraulics as they pertain to waterflow, water pressure, water
levels, line (friction) losses, etc.--- Knowledge of basic and
specialized airfield and structural firefighting equipment (fire
alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation,
etc.), techniques, and procedures; and of basic and specialized
building design, construction, and occupancy.--- Knowledge of
hazardous materials emergency response procedures, equipment,
identification, and mitigation actions.--- Knowledge of Basic Life
Support techniques and protocols; and of safety requirements as
outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or
technical orders.--- Skill in operating communications
equipment.--- Ability to maintain good working relations; to
communicate orally and in writing; to lift and carry heavy loads;
to apply Basic Life Support techniques and protocols; and to
conduct complete HAZMA T incident analysisPART-TIME OR UNPAID
EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or
part-time workYou must clearly identify the duties and
responsibilities in each position held and the total number of
hours per weekVOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid
experience, including volunteer work done through National Service
Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations
(e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual;
community; student and social)Volunteer work helps build critical
competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable
training and experience that translates directly to paid
employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experienceEducation This job does not have an
education qualification requirementAdditional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For
information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here To be
well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy,
displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above
for this positionYou must submit a copy of the agency notice, your
most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting
position, grade level, and duty locationEmployed Annuitants
(Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based
on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the
DoD Policy on The Employment of AnnuitantsClick here for more
informationCurrent Federal Civilian employees may apply for
temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service
may be required prior to appointment t
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