Firefighter

Overview
This position is physically located in Kuwait in support of WEXMAC and must reside and be authorized to work in Kuwait.

Working across the globe, the company 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 $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Under the supervision of the Fire Officer, the Firefighter responds to multiple types of emergencies operating as a firefighter. Responsibilities include maintaining vehicles, equipment, and tools in serviceable condition, extinguishing fires, and taking precautions to prevent fire rekindling. The Firefighter will operate pumps, foam generators, turrets, nozzles, and other firefighting tools and equipment, ensuring compliance with strict health and safety standards. At the site of a fire, the Firefighter is responsible for protecting and preserving evidence indicating the cause of the fire, properly wears personal protective clothing, conducts frequent proficiency training, and maintains required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Participates as a positive team member and conforms to the WEXMAC contract Performance Work Statement.
• Actively participates and maintains a safe workplace, ensuring safety is the highest priority.
• Complies with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) and Quality Assurance (QA) requirements and goals.
• Maintains documentation as necessary to meet these requirements.
• Ensures emergency equipment is operational and in a state of readiness as required by NFPA or other industry standards.
• Maintains and cleans personal protective equipment and collaborates in cleaning equipment and facilities.
• Conducts fire inspections, pre-incident planning, and ensures facilities are safe while recording and tracking documentation.
• Operates computerized digital fire alarm receiving equipment, including two-way radio communication equipment.
• Performs additional property control and logistical duties in support of fire department operations, including maintaining equipment accountability, scheduling maintenance, and coordinating appointments of subordinates.
• Functions as a team member on a rescue unit, ladder truck, engine company, water tender, or airport ARFF apparatus.
• Enters burning or contaminated structures, vehicles, and other immediately dangerous situations to fight fires and/or perform rescues while wearing required personal protective equipment.
• Acts as a crew member for structural fires, aircraft fires, rescue operations, medical emergencies, hazardous materials responses, and other emergency events per department procedures.
• Supports organizational metrics and adequately tracks all related data.
• Attends meetings in the absence of the supervisor or as needed.
• Communicates professionally in writing and verbally with team members and others as necessary for job success.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Education/Credentials: One year of related experience may substitute for one year of education if a degree is required.

  • Must pass annual firefighter Occupational Health Exam and SCBA Fit Testing in accordance with NFPA 1582 and 1583.
  • Availability for recall is required.
  • Minimum one year of experience as a Fire Fighter on a DOD Installation preferred.
  • Required certifications in accordance with DoD Manual 6055.06, including:
    • Firefighter I/II
    • HazMat Operations with Mission-Specific Competencies, Personal Protective Equipment, and Product Control
    • First Aid Provider (FAP)
    • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
    • Airport Firefighter
    • D/O Pumper
    • D/O Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
    • D/O Aerial (Preferred)
    • D/O Mobile Water Supply
  • Must be able to read/write and speak English.
  • A valid Home Country License with a minimum one year validity is required.
  • A valid Passport with a minimum of two years validity is required.

• Experience:

  • Minimum one year of experience as a Fire Fighter working on a DOD Installation preferred.

• Skills:

  • Proficient in English reading, writing, and speaking.
  • Ability to demonstrate firefighter knowledge and skills professionally.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and management personnel at all levels, including multinational staff and military officials.
  • Strong professional discretion, good judgment, and understanding the implications of decisions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; good computer skills in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and MS-Outlook.

• Working Conditions:

  • Work will involve outdoor conditions with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions, including frequent dust storms and high temperatures up to 130 degrees during summer months.
  • Potential exposure to chemical or biological agents exists.
  • Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in certain areas.
  • Compliance with all Fire Department, company, and Army safety policies is mandatory.
  • Ability to respond and work in all weather types and less-than-ideal conditions; may need to enter hazardous environments.
  • Must be able to climb ladders to access upper building levels or rescue individuals from burning or trapped situations.

• Physical Requirements:

  • Must meet or exceed the physical requirements contained in the current edition of NFPA 1582, including the physical strength and ability to perform heavy and strenuous tasks for extended periods under dangerous and uncomfortable conditions, often while wearing bulky protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus.
  • Availability for recall and managing personnel issues off-duty is required.

At the company, we are deeply committed to 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.