FIREFIGHTER Jobs

Duties: Perform engine company inspections, and building pre-plans, looking for infractions and the locations of local alarm and sprinkler systems, power, water, and gas shutoffs, noting all hazardous storage or conditions inside and outside. Carry out evacuation drills, reset sprinkler and local alarm systems. Perform station, grounds, apparatus, and equipment maintenance. Respond to structure fires, serving as a hydrant man, hose-man, makes forcible entry, ventilates structures, makes rescue, and performs salvage and overhaul operations, and other duties as required. Respond to downed aircraft or aircraft emergencies, operates hand lines, turrets to control and protect aircrews and rescue men entering the aircraft. Respond to medical emergencies and provide for the rescue and on scene stabilization for victims of fire, sudden illness, accidental injuries, childbirth and other events requiring medical personnel. Perform emergency communication duties in the absence of the regularly assigned automotive equipment dispatcher answering all routine and emergency telephone calls, dispatching appropriate personnel, vehicles and equipment. Use computers and computer aided dispatch (CAD) systems to record all emergency response data, operate and monitor a variety of reporting\recording systems. Monitor local and off base emergency radio frequencies, maintains dispatch logs, records and reports used by fire department. Ensure all communication and alarm systems are in a proper state of operational readiness.

Requirements: Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Applicants must meet the Department of Defense (DoD) certification requirements. Candidates for firefighter positions must not have reached their 37th birthday by date of appointment. Required to possess and maintain a current valid CALIFORNIA driver's license. Required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Required to work an uncommon tour of duty (may include weekend, nights, overtime, or holidays) and rotating shift work. Required to work hours and conditions that are in close contact with supervisors and coworkers for long periods of time (24 to 72 hrs.)This is a Mission Essential position. Required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. Required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. This position is designated emergency essential personnel and the position is subject to recall. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing. Required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. This position may require travel from normal duty station. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. Required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.

Qualifications: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Inspecting facilities and structures for fire hazards and fire protection deficiencies, interpreting code regulations and directives, conducting troubleshooting as required for facilities, AND responding to emergency lifesaving medical care.

Education: This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information: This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at:. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.