About the Role
As a Team Lead, Firefighter, you will be integral in protecting life and property through effective firefighting and rescue operations. This role encompasses a range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring rapid and proficient fire protection services while participating in both operational duties and ongoing training programs.
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Responsibilities
- Provide fire protection services to ensure adequate, proficient, and prompt response to all fire protection dispatch calls, aiming to treat injuries and minimize loss of life and damage to property.
- Perform structural, crash, and confined space rescue procedures, participating in the department’s established fire training programs designed to enhance experience in firefighting and rescue operations.
- Proficiently operate fire apparatus and related equipment.
- Clean, wash, test apparatus, hang hoses, and polish vehicles.
- Complete and submit Fire Protection Response reports as specified by NFIRS within required timelines.
- Be available to work on Bahraini and US holidays.
- Obtain and maintain medical certification to perform job duties.
- Perform other tasks as directed by the Supervisor.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- US National Requirements:
- Firefighter I and II, CPR AHA or Red Cross, Hazmat Awareness/Operations, Hazmat IC, NREMT-Basic, Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, Tender Operator, ARFF Operator, and Confined Space Rescue.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800.
- Public Safety Tele-communicator I & II Certification.
- All firefighter certifications must be currently posted on the DOD, IFSAC, or Pro-Board Accreditation website or able to be reciprocated to DOD.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI security clearance.
- Foreign National Requirements:
- Firefighter I and II, CPR AHA or Red Cross, Hazmat Awareness/Operations, Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, Tender Operator, ARFF Operator, and Confined Space Rescue.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800.
- Public Safety Tele-communicator I & II Certification.
- All firefighter certifications must be currently posted on the DOD, IFSAC, or Pro-Board Accreditation website or able to be reciprocated to DOD.
Experience:
- At least 8 years of firefighting experience with previous Crew Chief experience.
Skills:
- Excellent communication and cognitive skills to effectively handle emergency operations.
- Proficient computer skills for daily reporting requirements.
- Strong interpersonal skills to promote effective team and group dynamics.
Working Environment
- Hazardous and stressful conditions require the ability to work long hours, overtime, and live among fellow firefighters.
Physical Activities
- The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working in areas where exposure to the weather may occur.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory in certain areas, including head, foot, hand, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
- Compliance with OSHA, EPA, Fire Regulations, and published Company work rules is required.
