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Wayne County Airport Authority lists this Firefighter opportunity in detroit, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
FirefighterApplicants must submit/attach proof of Firefighter II, HazMat, Paramedic certificate/license and physical agility certificate (if required) at time of application.Annual Compensation Range ($USD): $68,819 entry to $89,466 after 4 years of service.Additional Compensation OpportunitiesHoliday Pay - up to $5,500 annuallyPay for Performance bonus - 2% of base payEMT/Paramedic bonus - up to $4,500 annuallyACLS Instructor bonus - up to $500 annuallySeniority bonus - $1,000 annually after 5 years of serviceMiscellaneous bonus - up to $2,350 annuallyEducation incentive up to $1,000 annually for qualifying degreeBenefit HighlightsDefined Contribution retirement plan with 4% employee contribution & 10% employer matchHealth Care Savings Plan (HCSP)BCBS PPO or HAP Medical (10% premium share), dental, vision, prescriptions life insurance provided. High deductible health plan/HSA optionAnnual uniform allowancePaid parental leave programFull academic degree and tuition reimbursement program (bachelor & master degree)Generous PTO (vacation, sick, holidays, other) no waiting period before use10 Kelly days annuallyCareer Path OpportunitiesFire Lieutenant, Captain/Platoon, Captain/Training, Battalion ChiefA Brief OverviewThe Airport Firefighter performs various life, property, and environmental control activities. This includes Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) and traditional structural fire control/prevention. Additionally, provides Emergency Medical Services (EMS) for the Airport's employees, tenants/contractors and the travelling public. Firefighters participate in an extensive training program that includes fire drills, operating apparatus, live burns, and training related to the maintenance of the State of Michigan Paramedics license. Firefighters assigned to a platoon and work 24-hr on, 48-hr off schedule. This position is part of a twenty-four-hour, seven-day operation which requires employees to work on a twenty-four-hour platoon shift. This includes: weekends, holidays or an eight or ten-hour day shift, depending on the work assignment. There are four fire stations located at Detroit Metro Airport and Willow Run Airport. Firefighters may rotate between the stations and will also be required to work throughout the entire Airport complex and airfield at Detroit Metro and Willow Run.What You Will DoResponds to all emergency calls for service relative to the Fire Department for the Airport Authority jurisdiction, and other communities as specified in inter-governmental Mutual Aid agreementsPerforms assigned duties in maintaining apparatus, living quarters, buildings, equipment and fire prevention – life safety systemsDrives and operates emergency vehicles and associated equipmentConducts periodic first level vehicle equipment maintenance. Documents and reports needed repairs to Command Staff and the Equipment Repair UnitCompletes required or necessary forms and reports in a timely manner, routing them to the appropriate staff member for review and processingOther duties as assignedQualificationsHigh School Diploma or Certificate of High School EquivalencyST of MI Paramedic LicenseValid Driver's License and a safe, acceptable driving recordMFFTC Fire Fighter IIMFFTC Hazardous Materials First Responder (Awareness Level)Must have a valid certificate of completion of the written & Physical Agility Test (CPAT) administered by the Conference of Western Wayne Firefighter Testing program or its equivalent (OPAT) administered by Oakland Community College. Firefighters currently employed by a full-time Fire or Public Safety (combined Police/Fire) department are exempt from this requirement.Supervisory Responsibilities NoneSpecial ConditionsMust maintain the ability to qualify for a security ID badge.Firefighters must reside within 75 miles of the Detroit Metropolitan or Willow Run airports.The Wayne County Airport Authority is committed to provide an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination, prejudice, and bias. As part of this commitment, the Wayne County Airport Authority will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact or .
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detroit, MI, 48201, US
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