Firefighter

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

JOB ACTIVITIES

• To serve as a firefighter assigned to a crew engaged in emergency response and fire prevention activities.
• Drives and operates firefighting vehicles of significant complexity when assigned.
• Performs Basic Life Support. Initiates established medical protocols in providing basic life support.
• Performs noninvasive emergency procedures: conducts initial and on-going patient assessment and physical examination; maintains airway, breathing, and circulation; determines priority of care; monitors patient’s baseline vital signs: performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automatic external defibrillation (AED); controls external bleeding and treats for shock; ascertains patient medical problems and drug history; assists patients in taking emergency medications under the direction of standing orders of a physician; establishes communication with the receiving facility and provides patient information; employs a variety of established emergency medical techniques, methods, and equipment to stabilize the patient for transport; assists intermediate life support or paramedic staff; prepares appropriate and relevant patient care documentation; and uses and maintains care of emergency equipment and replaces medical and expendable supplies.
• Drives and operates specialized firefighting vehicles.
• Drives 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, etc.
• Operates pumps and other similar equipment.
• Determines proper pressures and the number of lines.
• Maintains constant awareness of levels in self-contained breathing apparatus and warns other firefighters when tanks are close to empty.
• Assists in training other firefighters on driving vehicles and operating equipment
• Performs structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities.
• Performs pre-fire planning by physically going through structures to become familiar with the layout, fire hazards, and location of fixed fire protection systems.
• As a crew member, participates in controlling and extinguishing fires by operating hoses, ladders, and hydrants.
• Participates in regular training and exercises as required.
• Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
• Performs functional tests and inspections. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and housekeeping duties associated with assigned facilities.
• Complies with health, safety, environmental rules and procedures.
• Performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess IFSAC/PROBOARD certification as Fire Fighter II, HazMat Operations, Driver/Operator – Pumper, and Confined Space or Technical Rescue.
• Must possess NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications.
• Must possess current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician certification.
• Must possess current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Must obtain an Emergency Vehicle Operator's Certification to operate vehicles after arrival at location.
• Must have a current, valid U.S. Passport and Real ID Driver’s License (able to drive manual transmission).
• Must obtain an International Driver's License
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. SECRET Security Clearance prior to deployment.
• Must be able to pass employment and deployment qualification requirements including psychological, medical, dental, drug testing and background check
  
  

Experience

• 2 - 5 years working as a Firefighter on a DoD Installation preferred
  
  

Skills

• Possess the ability to demonstrate firefighter knowledge and skills in a professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively with fellow employees and management personnel at all levels to include multinational staff, and military officials.
• Strong ability to exercise professional discretion and good judgment and to understand the effect of decisions made.
• Exhibit strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate in English both verbally and writing and must have good computer skills in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-Outlook.
  
  

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.