Firefighter

Overview

The Firefighter is responsible for performing fire suppression and rescue activities as part of a response team at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station and surrounding communities during mutual aid scenarios. Physical fitness and full duty status are essential. The Firefighter must wear protective gear, including structural bunker gear, HazMat suits, self-contained breathing apparatus, Class 3 harness, and other required ensembles.

NOTE: This position is part-time, on-call with no guarantee of hours. 

This role requires in‑person work at our Cape Canaveral, FL facility. Only candidates who currently reside within a commutable distance will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire alarms, operates auxiliary equipment, deploys hose lines, operates nozzles, directs water streams, raises ladders, climbs ladders, uses fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, ropes, and other equipment.
• Responds to vehicle accident scenes and performs extrication techniques using specialized heavy hydraulic equipment during emergency situations.
• Possesses knowledge of size-up, rescue procedures and fire suppression techniques and their application in buildings, facilities, and aircraft related materials and systems.
• Performs rescue of incapacitated personnel as required.
• Provides standby support for aircraft arrivals/departures and related activities as required.
• Provides hazardous operational standbys as required.
• Maintains fire station, fire apparatus, tools and appliances in a constant state of readiness.
• Performs general up-keep of fire department property; prepares and submits reports and forms regarding supplies, equipment and other matters pertaining to his/her unit.
• Performs basic fire prevention duties as required.
• Performs Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Required DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard Firefighter Certifications:
  • Firefighter I & II
  • NIMS ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800
  • Airport Firefighter
  • Hazardous Materials Operations
  • National Registry EMR, EMT or Florida EMT
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED. Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class E Florida state driver’s license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Honorably discharged from the Armed Services (If Applicable). 
• Must be able to meet and maintain Physical Certification.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand the English language, apply written rules, detailed orders, instructions and training material.