The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Firefighter assigned to a crew engaged in airfield, structural firefighting, crash-rescue, and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Technician, to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and to respond to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of stopping or controlling the release.

Duties

Perform hazard and risk assessment and conduct a complete incident analysis. Predict the potential harm to people and the environment. Collaborate on post incident debriefings and critiques. Prepare incident reports and documentation. Operate pumps, foam generators, boom and groundsweep nozzles, and other similar equipment. Determine proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumper. Perform 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. As a crew member, participate in controlling and extinguishing fires by operating hoses, ladders, and hydrants. Participate in regular training and exercises as required.

Requirements

• Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
• Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
• Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical before entrance on duty, unless otherwise exempt
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee is required to work a 72-hour week on a 48 hour on/72 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays. May be subject to recall
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• 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 vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required
• Disclosure of Political Appointments is required
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center (FACC)
• 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements for Fire Protection and Prevention series, 0081. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level (or other equivalent pay systems) in federal service which equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience is experience which may have been gained while controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; performing rescue operations; performing detection, reduction or elimination of potential fire hazards; operating of fire communications equipment; controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. In addition to meeting the above qualification requirements, all applicants must possess the following nationally recognized firefighter certificates before the entrance on duty date: 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)* *Required if MWS is assigned. To view additional qualifying information, click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/fire-protection-and-prevention-series-0081/ 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 emergency first aid techniques; and of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. Skill in operating communications equipment. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER 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 employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Special Retirement Provisions Authority: One of the following apply: FERS: Position covered as rigorous under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC 840 1(14), 5 USC 8412 (d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Authority: DoD Memorandum, dated 31 Aug 89. OR CSRS: Position covered as a primary position under the CSRS special retirement provisions or Federal firefighters [5 USC 833 1(21), 5 USC 8336(c), and 5.CFR 83 1.902]. Authority: DoD Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Westover ARB 100 Lloyd Street Westover ARB, MA 01022 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]