Firefighter/Crew Lead - LOGCAP V, Kuwait
A skilled and experienced Firefighter/Crew Lead is sought to support LOGCAP V in Kuwait. Under the direction of the Fire Chief and reporting to the Assistant Fire Chief of Operations, the incumbent will implement the LOGCAP V Fire Protection Plan and ensure emergency response operations adhere to the plan and Emergency Management Plans. He/she will direct and lead firefighters during firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials incidents, and related emergencies.
Responsibilities:
- Implements fire protection programs conforming to the Performance Work Statement, 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, providing necessary documentation.
- Ensures subordinate employees are trained and understand EHS and QA requirements, maintaining relevant documentation.
- Conducts fire inspections, ensuring facility safety and accurate documentation and tracking.
- Operates computerized digital fire alarm receiving equipment, including two-way radio communications.
- Performs logistical duties supporting fire department operations, including equipment accountability and maintenance scheduling.
- Ensures emergency equipment is operational and ready per NFPA or industry standards.
- Responds to emergencies, disasters, and HAZMAT spills, following department work instructions, standard operating procedures, or the Emergency Management Plan.
- Serves as team leader for rescue units, ladder trucks, engine companies, water tenders, or airport crash apparatus.
- Enters burning or contaminated structures to fight fires and/or perform rescues while wearing required personal protective equipment.
- Directs Crew Chief/Company Officer-level operations for structural fires, aircraft fires, rescue operations, medical emergencies, hazardous materials responses, and other emergency events.
- Supervises firefighters, maintaining and cleaning personal protective equipment and supervising firefighters in cleaning equipment and facilities.
- Trains and orients subordinate employees on performance, documentation, and activities affecting department metrics.
- Tracks data related to metrics and supports the achievement of LCV metrics.
- Attends meetings in the absence of the supervisor or as needed.
- Communicates professionally with subordinates and others to relay job-related information, including staff meetings, performance appraisals, and safety practices.
- Works to achieve LOGCAP goals and PWS commitments.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Qualifications: One-year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if a degree is required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Secret Clearance.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and host nation Driver’s License, as well as host nation Heavy Driver's License.
- High School diploma or equivalent (Associate Degree in Fire Science preferred).
- DoD, Pro-board or International Fire Services Accreditation Congress Certification is required.
- Must meet training and certification requirements outlined in DOD Manual 6055.06: Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, Hazmat Operations and Incident Commander, Driver Operator Pumper, Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply MWS, Driver Operator ARFF, Driver Operator Aerial, Airport Firefighter, HazMat Technician preferred, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher preferred.
- Requires 5 years of experience with an organized Fire or Emergency Service Department. Two years of experience at the level of Company Officer is preferred.
- Possess the ability to demonstrate leadership and management skills in a professional demeanor.
- Ability to work effectively with employees and management personnel at all levels to include multinational staff, superiors and ranking military officers.
- Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment, with an ability to understand the effect of decisions overall in the company.
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written, some proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook applications are required.
- High level of organizational and planning skill so that workflow is managed efficiently, and accuracy is required.
- Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy and the ability to effectively respond to inquiries or complaints both verbally and in writing.
- Must have extensive knowledge of fire department operations to include advanced knowledge of leadership and supervisory techniques.
- Must have advanced knowledge of Fire Department functions and responsibilities and a thorough understanding of Incident Command System (ICS).
- This is a first level supervisor position and will supervise two to six firefighters.
Working Conditions:
Duties involve working outdoors with potential exposure to extreme climatic conditions, including frequent dust storms and high temperatures up to 130 degrees in the summer months. Potential exposure to chemical or biological agents could exist. Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in certain areas is required. Must comply with all Fire Department, company safety department and Army safety policies. Must be able to respond and work in all types of weather and in less-than-ideal conditions and may have to enter hazardous environment. Must be able climb ladders to gain access to upper levels of buildings, or to rescue individuals from burning structures or when trapped.
Physical Requirements:
Must meet or exceed physical requirements contained in the current edition NFPA 1582, including but not limited to the physical strength and ability to perform heavy and strenuous tasks for extended periods of time under dangerous and uncomfortable conditions, often while wearing bulky protective gear, including self-contained breathing apparatus. Must be able to exert force sufficient to lift and carry up to 200 pounds of body weight and occasionally, as a team member, to lift and maneuver onto a gurney body weight up to 600 pounds, or as necessary lift whatever weight is required to handle the emergency or rescue requirement. Must be able to carry out strenuous lifting in spaces where use of correct lifting techniques is not possible, as required. Must be available for recall and manage personnel issues off duty.
The position is physically located in Kuwait.