Fire Engineer/EMT at Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority in Raleigh, North Carolina

Job Description:

Learn more about what it’s like to be a member of Team RDU!

Does the challenge of working in one of the most dynamic organizations in the Triangle excite you? If so, please consider applying for the Fire Engineer/EMT position at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. RDU provides an opportunity to work with an awesome team, all dedicated to our core values of Learning, Integrity, Team, Excellence, and Respect. We are a rapidly expanding, medium-sized airport. If you are interested in working for a growing organization that provides great benefits, opportunities to advance, and free parking, then RDU may be your next and best career move! Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity and collaboration. Take the next step and see what RDU is all about!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Day to Day Activities:

• Operates fire engines to respond to fire, crashes, and rescue calls; and uses mobile equipment, hand tools, and extinguishers to suppress aircraft, structural, forest, and automobile fires.


• Responds to medical emergency needs of passengers and terminal visitors until expert medical care arrives.


• Maintains awareness of security concerns on the airfield and reports concerns to Communications; checks airfield and reports debris, malfunctioning lights, and hazards.


• Completes and maintains proper recordkeeping of fire and medical call reports.


• Checks and services fire extinguishers and Automated External Defibrillators in airport buildings.


• Performs fit testing for air packs and N-95 mask; performs service testing for SCBA and ladders; and tests and services fire hydrants.


• Attends classes in firefighting, rescue, and emergency services techniques and methods; and trains with other departments to facilitate mutual aid response.


• Cleans and maintains fire stations and adjacent grounds; and maintains supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles.


• Tests and maintains all airport authority fire alarm systems.


• Performs related work as required.

Hiring Range - Minimum $55,972 and Maximum to commensurate with experience 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

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  Education: High school diploma or equivalent


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  Experience: At least 2 years of experience in volunteer or career firefighting and Driving and Operating Fire Apparatus and Pumps


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  Required Licenses or Certifications: NC Firefighter; NC EMT; NC Hazardous Material Level I; NC Driver Operator -Pumps; NC Emergency Vehicle Driver; NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Knowledge of: 

• Hazardous materials


• OSHA guidelines


• Principles, practices, procedures, and equipment used in aircraft and airport fire prevention / suppression and protection of life and property


• Emergency medical techniques and procedures


• Codes governing safety inspections of buildings, fuel trucks, and fuel farms


• FAA regulations, airport ordinances, and aircraft structure and operation


• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment

 Skill in:

• Written and verbal communication


• Analysis and problem solving


• Firefighting and rescue


• Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships


• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature


• Performing basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios

Ability to:

• Identify security concerns


• Maintain cleanliness and readiness of fire station and equipment


• Maintain accurate records and reports


• Perform minor service work on systems


• Handle stressful emergency situations in an efficient and calm manner


• Read, write, understand, and speak English fluently


• Work effectively in a teamwork environment


• Handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy


• Formulate sound conclusions


• Meet schedules and deadlines of the work


• Understand and carry out oral and written directions


• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files


• Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries

 

Work Environment/Conditions:

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in potentially adverse conditions on uneven ground in all types of weather. May periodically be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment, machinery, and overhead and ground level aircraft noise.


• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting and intense noises as well as gases, workspace restrictions, vibrations, chemicals and oils.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.


• Positions in this class typically require fingering, talking, hearing, seeing, grasping, standing, walking and repetitive motions as well as stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, climbing, balancing, pushing, pulling and lifting.

Benefits:

At RDU, you’re not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness and future. Here’s a snapshot of our awesome benefits!

• Work-Life Harmony
  
  
  
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  
  
  • Paid Sick Leave
  
  
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  
  
  • Flexible Holiday Options
  
  
  
  


• Health and Wellness
  
  
  
  • Comprehensive Wellness Program
  
  
  • On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center Access
  
  
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
  
  
  • Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
  
  
  • Opportunities for employer paid or discounted insurance plans
  
  
  
  


• Financial Wellness
  
  
  
  • Tuition assistance and career development
  
  
  • Shift Differential pay
  
  
  • 401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions
  
  
  • 457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth options
  
  
  • NC Pension Retirement Plan
  
  
  • Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, RDU Airport Terminal stores and restaurants.
  
  
  
  

Please see the Raleigh Durham Airport-Authority statement on Equal Opportunity Employment located at:

https://www.rdu.com/careers/rduaa/

Education

Required

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Emergency Med Tech


• NIMS 100


• NIMS 200


• NIMS 700


• NIMS 800


• NC Haz Mat-level 1


• NC EMT Basic


• NC Firefighter 1&2

Skills

Preferred

• Teamwork


• Written Communication


• Verbal Communication


• Problem Solving


• Leadership


• Customer Service


• Aviation/Airports

Behaviors

Preferred

• Active Listener: Listen effectively and understand the topic at hand


• Collaborative: Supports organization and team goals


• Critical Thinker: Process information


• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity


• Dependable: Stays focused and executes tasks


• Effective Communicator: Communicate issues and makes recommendations


• Knowledgable: Understands job and complies with policies and procedures


• Professionalism: Respond to confrontational situations in calm manner

Motivations

Preferred

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization


• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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