Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF)

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS SCHEDULE & TRAINING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS POSITION REQUIREMENTS APPLICATION PROCESS DISCLAIMER

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting personnel, under the direction of the ARFF Program Manager, are part of a special category of firefighting that involves the response, hazard mitigation, evacuation, and rescue of passengers and crew of an aircraft involved in an airport ground emergency.

ARFF personnel have advanced training in the application of firefighting foams, dry chemical, and clean agents used to extinguish burning aviation fuel in and around an aircraft in order to maintain a path for evacuating passengers to exit the fire hazard area.

This position requires participation in rigorous physical and mentally challenging operations, in extremely varied and potentially hazardous working conditions. ARFF personnel also require the ability to work independently while conforming to strict local, state and federal protocols.

As an ARFF qualified firefighter, you will be asked to represent the local, state and federal governments, as well as the John Wayne Airport.

*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement

SCHEDULE & TRAINING

Selected candidates will be assigned to a 40-hour work schedule for a duration of two weeks to complete the required initial training. Successful completion of the ARFF certification process is required to receive an OCFA ARFF staffing qualification.

*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently be in non-probationary status

• Possess a standard or better on the most recent performance evaluation

• Possess a basic knowledge of ARFF and airport operations

• Demonstrate personnel management skills and the ability to follow orders

• Possess the skills to communicate effectively both orally and in written form

• Possess the ability to be flexible, resolve conflicts, and solve problems

• Possess basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

• Remain available and willing to work backfill assignments at FS33

• Be willing to accept occasional Administrative Assignments to FS33

• Comply with John Wayne Airport (JWA) "Airport Rules and Regulations" as well as all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and policies

• Possess a clean driving record and be able to pass a TSA/FAA security background check

*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement

Post Selection

• Fully meet and comply with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5210-17B

• Successfully complete a Basic ARFF Course and certification equivalent to The International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro Board Fire Service Professional Qualifications Systems standards prior to being eligible to work at FS33

• Complete a Crane Operator/Rigger course and be certified to the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operator (NCCCO) standards within one year of selection

• Complete annual FAA required live fire training

• Maintain ARFF qualifications and skills currency commensurate to the OCFA ARFF program

• Attend quarterly training and other meetings as necessary

• Maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge credentials and airport driving privileges

• Complete an ARFF Driver/Operator (EVOC) course to meet or exceed the minimum requirements of FAA Regulation 139.319 (i)(2) within one year of selection (FAE ranked personnel)

• Complete an Advanced ARFF course (Strategies and Tactics for Aviation Incidents) within one year of selection (FC ranked personnel)

*All details above are subject to change per concurrent MOU and/or Side Letter Agreement

APPLICATION PROCESS

• Recruitment opens

• Online application - Application must show current OCFA experience

• Cover memo of interest (indicate position or positions of interest)

• Resume (two pages maximum) outlining your education, experience and any other background information relating to this position

• Letter of supervisor's concurrence

• Inclusion of related certificates of training or related professional qualifications are also encouraged

DISCLAIMER

Each recruitment is unique and is subject to change, dependent upon organizational needs and concurrent MOUs. The information provided here is based solely on previous recruitments. All OCFA recruitment flyers supersede this historical information provided.

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"This is the best spot for someone who has a passion for aviation & flying"

"The best part is to be able to respond to an aircraft incident and knockdown 90% of its intensity within one minute and create a rescue path for the passengers on board."