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FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) (TITLE 5) with Security Clearance - Charlotte, NC, United States - Department of the Air Force
Description
Duties As a FIREFIGHTER, GS , you will drive and operate firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles; drive 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, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft; lead a crew in the operation of pumps, foam generators, extended waterways, ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment; determine proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumperWhen operating a crash truck, maneuvers vehicle to keep the fire in optimum range while ensuring that backflash or flashover will not occur; maintain constant awareness of levels in self-contained breathing apparatus and warns other firefighters when tanks are close to empty; assist in training other firefighters on driving vehicles and operating equipment; participate as a member of the base HAZMAT Response Team' participate in the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Firefighter Certification System; perform and direct assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling large or complex aircraft (e.g
fighters, bombers, cargo, passenger); perform and lead assigned crew in structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; perform and lead assigned crew in the 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; maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities; lead a crew of one or two firefighters, GS-04 or GS-05, assigned to man the major piece of motorized firefighting equipment in firefighting and rescue operations
Requirements Conditions of Employment Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Must comply with the AF Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program
Refer to DoD M, February 23, 2006, Table C2.T1, DoD Fire and Emergency Services Minimum Qualification Standards and Certification Requirements
Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
Required to participate in a physical fitness program and pass an annual physical IAW DoDI
Incumbent is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless TDY or on leave
Incumbent is required to work a 72-hour week on a 24 hour on/24 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays
This position is covered by the Special Retirement Provisions
Authority:
Per OPM Letter dated 26 Jun 89 and DOD Memorandum dated 31 Aug 89, one of the following may apply: FERS - Position covered as secondary under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC , 5 USC 8412 (d), and 5 CFR ]
Authority:
Authority:
Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 31 Aug 89 OR CSRS - Position covered as a secondary position under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC , 5 USC 8336(c), and 5 CFR
Position designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration
This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG
Position emergency essential (E-E)
The incumbent must meet all requirements of E-E positions and may be required to take a series of vaccinations and annual boosters to immunize against anthrax and other diseases
During a crisis, the incumbent or designated alternate must continue to perform the E-E duties until relieved by proper authority
Will be required to take part in readiness exercises
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
To qualify for this position, your resume must reflect sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the position for which you are applying
Your resume is key in evaluating your experience, as it relates to this position
Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your work experience
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Must possess at least one year of specialized experience or equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-05), in the Federal service in the normal line of progression for the occupation
Experience that demonstrated the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position
Such duties may include (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 and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level(asterisk means optional) TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT : Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement
For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05 Level
An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials
Mandatory Required Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.
, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social)Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Education You must provide transcripts to support your Educational claims
To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position
Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
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How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above
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
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
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Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1
Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed
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Other supporting documents:
For Veterans Preference Consideration:
DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty", SF-15 "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference" (with Required Documentation such as DD-