Military Firefighter - Anticipated Vacancy in Bangor

This is investigative and protective services work involving the prevention and suppression of both structural and aircraft fires and the conduct of crash rescue operations. Responsibilities include firefighting, performing crash rescue activities, and operating and maintaining firefighting equipment. Work requires incumbent to function as a member of a team and involves potential life threatening situations. Employees in this classification must be trained to respond to aircraft fire and crash rescue situations and to use and maintain specialized equipment and vehicles employed in aircraft firefighting and rescue operations. Work is performed under limited supervision.

Representative Tasks

• Fight structural and aircraft fires as a member of a firefighting team in order to carry out fire suppression responsibilities.
• Respond to crash rescue situations in order to save lives and minimize property damage.
• Drive firefighting and/or rescue vehicles to the scene of a fire, crash, or exercise; and maneuver vehicle in order to place vehicle in the most practical and effective position.
• Operate the pump in order to maintain pressure of water, foam, or chemicals at the desired level.
• Apply First Aid/First Response medical care to injured persons in order to provide emergency medical assistance.
• Inspect assigned fire apparatus and associated equipment, repair and refill fire extinguishers, and refill breathing apparatus in order to ensure equipment is operational and meets established standards.
• Cleans and polishes all kinds of firefighting/crash and rescue apparatus and equipment in order to ensure proper working order and maximize availability.
• Update knowledge of structural and crash firefighting and rescue techniques, breathing apparatus, first aid, fire prevention, and a variety of modern firefighting equipment in order to maintain established job performance standards.
• Participate in emergency responses to hazardous materials spills and potential explosive situations in order to contain toxic and volatile substances.
• Study technical orders, regulations, manuals, directives, and operating instructions in order to maintain individual firefighting proficiency and ability to work as a team member.
• Receive calls for emergency response, dispatch appropriate personnel in order to take action and initiate appropriate emergency response.

Knowledges, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Knowledge of structural and aircraft firefighting and rescue methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of specialized firefighting and rescue vehicles, equipment, agents, and protective clothing.
• Knowledge of the construction features and location of operating systems on all types of civilian and military aircraft to include jet aircraft, helicopters, and various types of transient aircraft.
• Knowledge of basic emergency medical procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of basic hazardous materials spill cleanup methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of safety and clean up equipment used in containing hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of First Aid/First Response level medical methods and techniques.
• Knowledge of state and federal emergency communications network and teletype systems.
• Ability to operate firefighting and rescue vehicles used to respond to aircraft emergencies and disasters.
• Ability to use specialized firefighting and rescue equipment.
• Ability to perform First Aid/First Responder procedures.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to work in stressful and potentially dangerous situations.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and climb and maneuver in and around high and confining areas.
• Ability to use and operate various communications equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend aircraft operations manuals and schematics.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years experience in an organized fire department. Preference will be given to candidates who have previous experience in aircraft firefighting and rescue. Graduation from a certified Military Fire Fighter Academy can be substituted for three (3) years education.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements

• Training in handling hazardous materials leading to a Certification in HAZMAT – Operations Level.
• Training in First Aid/First Responder Level.
• Must hold both a valid State of Maine driver’s license and be able to obtain and hold a valid Government driver’s license commensurate with the firefighting vehicles located at the 101 ARW.

Benefits

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

• Work‑Life Fit: Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime‑exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage: The State of Maine pays 85%–95% of employee‑only premiums ($11,196.96 – $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary.
• Dental Insurance: The State of Maine pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan: The State contributes the equivalent of 14.71% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS) for MSEA, or 18.91% for Confidential employees. State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full‑time.

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.