Role OverviewThe Airport Firefighter EMT/Paramedic is responsible for fire suppression, emergency rescue, and advanced life support (ALS) medical services in support of airport operations.
What You Will Do
Responds to emergency incidents, performs rescue operations, and provides ALS/BLS care on scene and prior to transport.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate would have flexible availability, be able to work within short notice, and have the ability to pass and maintain airport/customer driving tests and obtain required ramp, apron, and airfield driving clearances.
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record per Rural/Metro policy
- Ability to work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-backs
- Ability to pass and maintain airport/customer driving tests and obtain required ramp, apron, and airfield driving clearances
- Ability to pass criminal history check and maintain airport security badge
- Ability to pass department physical ability test
- Ability to pass NFPA 1582 physical
- Must meet all local standards related to qualifications, training, promotion, and placement
- EMT/Paramedic certification (State of Florida), including ACLS (paramedic)
- NFPA 1001 Firefighter II (State of Florida)
- NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials – Operations Level (State of Florida)
- NFPA 1003 Airport Firefighter (State, IFSAC, or Pro-Board) or FAA-approved 40-hour Airport Firefighter course
- High school diploma or GED required
- Completion of NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 30 days of hire
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) or retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave)
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
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