Firefighter (Part-Time) at Constellis

POSITION SUMMARY

*Position is in Blackstone, VA 

RESPONSIBILITIES

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.  

• Respond to emergency calls within two minutes and have an average on-scene time within ten minutes (teams are pre-positioned at the FASTC Facility to cut down on response time)
• Required to be on hand for all training iterations to provide immediate service to any personnel in case of vehicle accidents or fires started through training operations.
• Required to complete daily preventative maintenance on all equipment and must be able to complete daily paperwork as required for inspections (inspections are inclusive of but not limited to vehicle inspections, specific equipment inspections including various emergency equipment such as hydraulic spreaders and cutters, rams, hoses, and other assorted equipment, SCBA equipment including tanks and masks, PPE and hand tools)
• Responsible for ensuring that fire apparatuses and equipment are operational, including cleaning and inspecting equipment and apparatus after returning from a fire.
• Must participate in training as required by the contract and maintain state and NFPA required certifications/qualifications.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• DOD, IFSAC Or Pro Board Fire Fighter I or Fire Fighter II
• Must hold a valid and current Virginia EMT Certification
• Must hold a valid and current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certification (CPR) through either the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Must hold a valid and current Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Certification

• Must have a valid US drivers license and satisfactory driver record.

• HazMat Awareness and Operations
• Must maintain state mandated continuing education requirements, including current American Heart Association (AHA) certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

BENEFITS

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work conditions can vary from a busy office environment to fieldwork, both subject to frequent interruptions. The position is part time and work hours will consist of shift work, varying days of the week. Additional specific details related to working conditions may be outlined in your Statement of Work. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Firefighters shall be able to move objects 20-50 lbs. short distances (20 feet or more). Perform duties requiring pulling 40 lbs. or more (such as removing the fire hose from apparatus and starting power equipment) and frequently lift objects weighing 50-100 lbs. (such as extrication equipment). Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending throughout the workday. Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Additional specific details related to physical requirements may be outlined in the Company’s Performance Work Statement or Contract with the client.