Description:
The NASA Ames Research Center is conducting a firefighter/EMT test to establish a hiring list and will hire anywhere from 1-6 members. Hiring list will be used for minimum 12 months, not to exceed 18 months. The NASA Ames Fire Department (operated under contract by Fiore Industries) provides structural firefighting services, airfield protection to include aircraft rescue, wildland firefighting, Basic Life Support (BLS) as Emergency Medical Technicians, hazardous material response capabilities, and technical rescue services on the NASA Ames Research Center, Moffett Federal Airfield, and associated facilities and properties on site.
Essential Functions:
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for service.
- Perform required training and maintain required state and local certifications/licenses to meet NFPA, Fiore Industries policies, and customer contractual requirements.
- Drive and operate emergency response vehicles during emergency incidents. Operate fire pumps and associated suppression equipment to control an incident.
- Select proper firefighting tools and equipment to control and extinguish fires.
- Use ladders to gain access to assist individuals from affected structures.
- Perform search and rescue operations.
- Utilize appropriate safety equipment, remove hazardous materials from buildings, and assist in determining corrective action.
- Provide emergency medical care during emergencies.
- Perform extrication operations to free individuals trapped in vehicles, elevators, or structures.
- Perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs to emergency response equipment. Record all pertinent information regarding inspections and maintenance.
- Perform required testing and inspecting of fire protection and suppression systems. Record all pertinent information regarding testing and inspections.
- May be required to assume a position in the Incident Management System.
- Responsible for developing and delivering training sessions as assigned by Shift Battalion Chief.
- Conduct special projects and complete tasks as assigned.
- Follow established NASA/Ames policies, rules, and procedures utilizing personal protective equipment as required. Report all problems, violations, or concerns to the appropriate individual.
- Attend basic safety training and other related or required courses.
- Perform BLS care in accordance with all applicable NASA Ames, local, and State EMS protocols.
- Maintain assigned work area and equipment to established standard of housekeeping, preservation, and maintenance.
- Ensure time spent at work is properly recorded in the payroll management system.
- Perform required vehicle, equipment, and station inspections and maintenance, pre-fire planning, public education, and other assigned projects.
- Always demonstrate a professional demeanor and appearance with courteous and ethical behavior.
- Participate in professional education and fitness training.
- Work as in integral team player interacting positively with other employees and contributing to the Department’s success.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or required.