P.T. Fire Fighter-1

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To serve as a firefighter assigned to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and crash-rescue operations and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Performs 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.
* Performs structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes.
* Performs prefire planning by physically going through structures to become familiar with the layout, fire hazards, and location of fixed fire protection systems.
* As a crew member, participates in controlling and extinguishing fires by operating hoses, ladders, and hydrants.
* Participates in regular training and exercises as required.
* Performs 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.
* Engages in hazardous materials containment and control as a first responder.
* Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. Performs functional tests and inspections. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and housekeeping duties associated with assigned facilities.
* Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
* Drives and operates firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, Mobile Water Supply (MWS), and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles.
* Operates pumps, foam generators, boom and groundsweep nozzles, and other similar equipment.
* Determines proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumper.
* When operating a crash truck, maneuvers vehicle to keep the fire in optimum range while ensuring that backflash will not occur.
* Performs crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling predominantly large or complex aircraft (e.g. fighters, bombers, cargo, and passenger).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will have no direct reports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

* Knowledge of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures; and of basic hazardous materials emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
* Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and 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.
* 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 lift and carry heavy loads; and to apply emergency first aid techniques.
* Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
* Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and 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.
* Knowledge to apply emergency first aid techniques; and of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders.
* Skill in operating communications equipment; and in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate).
* Ability to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; and to apply emergency first aid techniques.
* Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
* Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
* The employee is subject to work a 40 hour week with a possibility for overtime. The employee is required to work a 24 hour shift, as required, based on the employer's needs, which includes weekends and holidays.
* This is a Testing Designated Position. The employee is subject to random drug testing.
* 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.
* Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
* May be required to participate on Hazardous Materials Teams (HAZMAT).
* May be required to perform duties associated with the operation of aircraft arresting barrier equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System with minimum of 4 years' experience as:

* Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II).

* HAZMAT Awareness, and HAZMAT Operations.

* Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF).

* Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper

* Apparatus Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply (MWS) preferred. Must be able to obtain within 6 months of hire.

* Emergency Medical Technician preferred. Must be able to obtain within 6 months of hire.

* Must be able to pass a firefighter based Medical Physical and Physical Agility Test.

* Must be able to meet National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) vision standard; uncorrected vision of 20/100 or better and corrected vision of 20/40 or better.

* Possess a valid State driver's license and be qualified to operate a vehicle under the conditions of Tunista's Driving Policy.

* Must pass drug, background and driver's record screening.

* Must be fully vaccinated for Covid at the time of hire or be able to receive a religious or medical exemption.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.