Firefighter - Lake Charles, LA

POSITION SUMMARY

Seeking Full-time Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) for Chennault International Airport and its surrounding areas.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to any ARFF, EMS, or Hazmat incident on or near the airport.
• Conduct Runway / safety checks of the airfield at random intervals
• Conduct extinguisher checks
• Check and maintain all emergency vehicles and all rescue tools
• Test and inspect fire hose and hydrants
• Maintain the cleanliness of the fire station and its grounds
• Conduct standbys for tenants and charters
• Conduct fuel farm and fuel hauler inspections
• Conduct Tower and other building inspections
• Conduct wildlife dispersal on the airfield
• Inspect and maintain SCBAs
• Respond to protective alarm signals or other unusual/suspicious activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Louisiana Driver's License
• Minimum age 18 years old
• US Citizen
• Pass a background check
• Pass a medical physical
• High School Diploma

REQUIRED EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS

• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Firefighter I (must obtain Firefighter II within 6 months of appointment)
• ARFF (local 40 hours certification or equivalent) must be obtained within 90 days of appointment.
• LABEMS Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) within 1 year of appointment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• No travel required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to lift and carry heavy weight.
• Must be able to perform all tasks of a Firefighter/EMS professional.
• Must be able to perform tasks while wearing an SCBA and full firefighting PPE.
• Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday.

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