Installation Firefighter, DMVA

Bring your firefighting and fire prevention experience to the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs! We are seeing a responsible and conscientious Installation Firefighter to join our team at the Middletown Airbase. In this role, you will be able to take pride in the work you do every day to keep the buildings, aircraft, and people safe. If you are looking forward to using your skills and expertise in a new and exciting way, apply today!

Click here to learn more about the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

In this position, you will perform structural and aircraft firefighting, fire prevention inspections of Air Force buildings and aircraft, inspections of fire protection systems, and standby fire watches at hazardous operations in buildings and aircraft. You will also stand watch at alarm-receiving equipment and participate in training programs. Your work will involve responding to all emergencies and performing rescue work. Rescue work will include removing personnel from buildings or vehicles, removing canopy enclosures on aircraft, assisting people by carrying or lifting, and administering first aid. Some of your duties will also include operating forcible entry and rescue tools, testing fire extinguishers and hoses, and performing standby watches at public events. Additionally, you will perform alarm room operator duties by receiving telephone calls, radio transmissions, fire alarms, crash alarms, or other emergency calls.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work schedule is 24 hours on and 48 hours off.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:

• Three years of firefighting experience as a member of a municipal or governmental fire department and possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require an active Firefighter II certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.
• All positions require possession of an active Hazardous Materials Awareness certification and an active Hazardous Materials Operations certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.
• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.
• All employees must initially and annually be medically certified as meeting the medical requirements of the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments.
• This position requires possession of an active emergency medical technician (EMT) certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
• All employees must obtain within one year of hire and maintain over the course of employment an active class B Pennsylvania commercial driver’s license or an active certificate of authorization to operate fire emergency vehicles issued by the Fire Chief of the hiring fire station.
• All employees must obtain within one year of hire and maintain over the course of employment an active Airport Firefighter, Driver/Operator Pumper, Driver/Operator Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF), and Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply certifications from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable NCIC screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
• You must successfully pass a background check to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Willingness and ability to work in Middletown Airbase, PA (Dauphin County)
• Possession of an active Airport Firefighter certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.  
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.