Firefighter Driver-Operator (ARFF) - Ascension Island

About the role

V2X is recruiting an Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Firefighter/Driver Operator for a full-service fire department on Ascension Island, serving an ICAO Category 8 airfield. The role covers driving and operating firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, water tankers and ARFF vehicles, in support of both airfield and structural emergency response. The position runs on a 48 hours on / 48 hours off schedule, with extended duty and unscheduled overtime possible, and provides living quarters, dining and laundry facilities while on duty.

Key responsibilities

• Drive and operate pumpers, water tankers and ARFF vehicles to the scene of a fire, positioning them according to wind, water sources and hazards.
• Operate pumps, foam generators, boom and ground sweep nozzles and similar equipment.
• Perform crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling large or complex aircraft, and standby during refueling, defueling, engine maintenance, welding and burning on armed aircraft, and ammunition handling.
• Direct water through turrets and handlines to cool weapons and ammunition, and operate or deactivate aircraft systems such as canopy releases, ejection seats and oxygen supplies.
• Carry out structural firefighting at facilities such as research and industrial complexes, and plan ahead by inspecting structures for fire hazards and fixed protection systems.
• Control and extinguish fires using hoses, ladders and hydrants, and maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.

Required profile

• One year of specialized experience in fire fighting, rescue, hazard detection, fire communications, hazardous materials control or fire protection training.
• Experience as a firefighter in airfield and structural firefighting.
• All certifications must be accredited through the DoD program, IFSAC or ProBoard and comply with DoDI 6055.06 and AFI 32-2001.
• Airport Firefighter (Firefighter I and II), Hazardous Materials Operations, and Apparatus Driver Operator certifications for ARFF, pumper and mobile water supply.
• Current National Registry Emergency Responder; EMT certification accepted in lieu of EMR.
• Current CPR (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• Ability to pass pre-appointment and periodic medical examinations under DoD 6055.5M.
• English reading, writing and speaking ability, and compliance with company work rules and government regulations.