Firefighter - FT (46061, 46062, 46063)

Positions in the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) department provide immediate response to rescue/ extrication, fire suppression, hazard mitigation and medical assistance emergencies at the airport servicing structures, aircraft, crew, passengers, and employees.

Essential Functions

• Respond to all actual, potential, or simulated aircraft, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), structural and EMS incidents at Lehigh Valley International Airport and make decisions determining the best method of response.
• Serve as driver/operator of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles at Lehigh Valley International Airport. Drive and maneuver vehicles to the most advantageous position for aircraft rescue.
• Prevent and/or extinguish fires and rescue aircraft crew and passengers.
• Operate pumps and perform firefighting, rescue, and salvage operations.
• Perform all required duties to prevent or extinguish aircraft or structural fires, rescue, emergency medical services and resuscitation while in the presence of hazardous work conditions, or in the operation of hazardous materials, equipment, vehicles, or other types of rescue operations.
• Respond to medical emergencies involving airport patrons and/or employees.
• In the absence of a Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief on duty, this position will assume responsibilities as the “Acting Lieutenant”.
• Professionally communicate over two-way radio, telephone, and email.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Additional Responsibilities

• Inspect fire apparatus, tools and emergency medical equipment and maintain in good working condition. Perform inspections of buildings, structures, fueling facilities and fueling vehicles for fire safety hazards and the elimination of such hazards.
• Maintain fire station and surrounding areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition. Work with other ARFF employees on an assigned shift schedule.
• Prepare reports.
• Additional duties as assigned.