Aircraft Rescue Firefighter/Airport Operations Agent – FT & PT available!
Salary: $27.50 - $31.29
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Vail Valley, CO
Publish Date: Posted March 21, 2023
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Salary: $27.50 – $31.29 Hourly
Performs Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF), airport operations and maintenance duties. Responds as part of a team to airport emergencies to provide fire and rescue services. Performs snow removal, inspections, maintenance, and operates equipment necessary to maintain airport property and facilities. Ensures safe airfield conditions and performs a variety of administrative, professional, and technical tasks in support of the airport.
Schedule: The Kelly schedule consists of a 9-day cycle where each team (A, B, C shifts) works one 17-hour shift, followed by 31 hours off duty, works another 17-hour shift, followed by 31 hours off duty, then works a final 17-hour shift, followed by 4 consecutive days off duty. One (1 )hour will be deducted for meals on each 17 hour shift worked, with 16 hours paid for each shift worked. Scheduled shift hours are 05:30 – 22:30.
PT Schedule: Flexible work schedule providing for 10 – 17 hours per week based on availability.
Duties:
- Responds to all airport emergencies, incidents, and accidents under the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
- Assists in the implementation of the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP), Airport Certification Manual (ACM), and the Airport Security Plan (ASP).
- Conducts a variety of inspections as required per applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Transportation Security Regulations (TSRs), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and 2015 International Fire Code.
- Inspects airport operating areas to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations; communicate and initiate appropriate actions if unsafe conditions exist.
- Participates in building and equipment maintenance, snow removal operations, and the operation of heavy equipment.
- Prepares and maintains a variety of federally regulated records and reports.
- Assists the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and/or the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) with aircraft accident investigations, as required. Participates in triennial, full-scale, and tabletop emergency exercises.
- Develops and maintains beneficial relationships with airport staff, tenants, concessionaires, and airport users.
- Trains internal/external personnel in a variety of subjects.
- Mandatory availability and participation in snow removal operations.
- Performs routine and preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Relies on the Eagle County Government – Employee Handbook, Eagle County Government Policies and procedures, and Airport ARFF Standard Operating Guidelines and Procedures as an aid for consistent and accurate guidance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- One year of firefighting experience required, experience with airport firefighting preferred.
- State of Colorado /IFSAC Firefighter II preferred
- State of Colorado / IFSAC Airport Firefighter preferred
- Colorado Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsement preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); firefighting techniques and principles; heavy vehicle operation
- Knowledge of FAA (CFR Part139) and TSA (TSR 1542) rules and regulations; understanding of airport operations (airside, landside, terminal) preferred.
- Interpersonal skills are necessary.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Act reasonably and quickly in an emergency situation.
- Read, comprehend, and interpret rules and regulations. Concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
- Ability to pass and maintain NFPA/OSHA physical.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, and other governmental agencies and departments, the community, airport users, and the traveling public.
- Write reports following a standard format with basic proficiency in the use of computer software and applications (i.e.,Google Docs and Sheets).
- Lift and carry moderately heavy materials, supplies, and equipment (25-50 lbs.) frequently, 50-100 lbs. occasionally; requires continued walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.
- Basic knowledge of firefighting and rescue techniques.
- Basic knowledge of FAA regulations (CFR Part 139) and airport operations.
- Work is typically performed outdoors with frequent exposure to dirt, dust, extremes of temperatures, noxious fumes, and odors, exposure to hazardous situations during firefighting and rescue operations.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration:
- Must possess valid State of Colorado Driver’s License with a satisfactory motor vehicle record without restrictions
- Must possess EMT-Basic (either valid CO license or NREMT with ability to get CO license within 90 days of employment)
- Must possess State of Colorado / IFSAC Firefighter I
- Must possess State of Colorado / IFSAC Hazardous Materials Awareness/Operations
- Completion of FAA ARFF training within 30 days of employment
- Completion of FAA ARFF burn within 30 days of employment
- Obtain a Colorado Class B CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsement within twelve months of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-100 within six months of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-200 within six months of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-300 within two years of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-400 within four years of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-700 within six months of employment
- Completion of NIMS ICS-800 within six months of employment
- Completion of Colorado Firefighter II within two years of employment
- Completion of Colorado Airport Firefighter within three years of employment
*Training and development is important to us. There are many opportunities to further your training and development, which include, but are not limited to, completion of all training listed above, which is fully supported by the Airport.
Culture & Benefits
- Working in local government is one of the best career paths in the mountains. ‘Your Career will Soar with Eagle County’. Get started with us today!
- Why is Eagle County recognized as a Best Place to Work in 2022? Culture of flexibility and support for mental health / wellness. Check out more awards here.
Purpose! A modern, values-driven workplace with more than 550 employees embracing a welcoming culture, supportive leaders and an organization focused on our mission: Creating a Better Eagle County for All.
Learning organization focused on professional development opportunities, FREE CMC classes and Tuition reimbursement.
Future focused with our Strategic Plan on improving housing, climate change and more.
As a certified healthy workplace, our culture recognizes the importance of individual needs and enjoying life outside of work. Other perks may include flexible work arrangements, paid volunteer time, and daytime fitness classes/bike rides.
Great benefits! See the details
- Comprehensive and low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance (as low as $75/month for employee only)
- Wellness program where you can earn cash or extra days off
- 12 paid holidays
- Paid time off (starting at 12 days) and additional medical leave
- Paid volunteer hours
- 6% (dollar for dollar match) retirement plan
- Free classes at Colorado Mountain College
- Eagle County University classes (internal trainings)
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Bilingual Pay Incentive
- Free bus pass and more
Eagle County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Working in a diverse, respectful and inclusive environment is essential for our employees to be successful in serving our community. We do not discriminate with regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.