Lead Firefighter (Title 5)
- Location:
- Tennessee, Louisville
- Requires Relocation:
- No
- Start Date:
- 15/11/2024
- End Date:
- 04/12/2024
- Offering Type:
- Permanent
- Hiring Paths:
- Internal to an agency - appears on USAJOBS
- Service Type:
- Excepted
- Travel Percentage:
- Occasional travel
About Air National Guard Units
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Job summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a LEAD FIREFIGHTER (TITLE 5), Position Description Number NGT6308000 and is part of the TN 134th ARW, Air National Guard. This vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians (ACT), Chapter 114 (Smoky Mountain Chapter).
Major duties
As a LEAD FIREFIGHTER, GS-0081-08, you will lead a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent) assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations. Direct firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment. Direct driver-operator or drives to the scene of the fire following a predetermined route or selecting an alternate when necessary, and positions vehicle considering factors, such as wind direction, sources of water, and hazards from falling structures. Direct assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex (e.g., bombers, cargo, and passenger) aircraft; the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; and the performance of hazardous material (HAZMAT) containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties. Lead assigned crew and perform emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility. Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. Perform functional tests and inspections. Comply with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualification
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of the operation of firefighting vehicles and associated equipment of significant complexity. Knowledge of HAZMAT containment and control. Thorough knowledge of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems. Thorough knowledge of the physical configuration of a variety of aircraft and the operation characteristics of associated systems and mechanisms; detailed knowledge of design, construction, utilization, and contents of aircraft. Specialized knowledge of firefighting techniques for fire hazards peculiar to airfields, such as aircraft, special weapons, hazardous materials, etc. Thorough knowledge of facility layouts (including research and/or industrial complexes) and the location and operation of alarm/suppression control panels, hydrants, utility shutoffs, and suppression systems (including special extinguishing agents and systems). Practical knowledge of emergency first aid techniques. Practical knowledge of hydraulic principles as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc. Working knowledge of pumping equipment to maintain and correct mechanical problems. Knowledge of Basic Life Support procedures. Ability to direct the operation of firefighting vehicles and associated equipment of significant complexity. Ability to determine route, approach, and position of vehicle in relation to the fire scene. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience, education, or training in one or more of the following areas: (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. (6) Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention (7) Firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques; (8) Fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation. (9) Planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations and/or (10) Performing emergency medical services. DoD Certification Requirements: Firefighter, HazMat Operations Fire Officer I Fire Instructor I Fire Inspector I
Education
Education Requirement: NONE
Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.