Aircraft Rescue Fire Engineer/EMT Position Welcome to the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority, where we operate RDU International Airport, a vital hub connecting North Carolina to the world. In 2024, our teamwork helped us serve 15.5 million passengers, generate a $24.1 billion economic impact, and our dedication to excellence has been recognized with a Top Five passenger satisfaction ranking in North America. We're a tight-knit team of over 400 employees where accountability and collaboration are our guiding principles, and safety is our top priority. Whether your role is indoors or outdoors, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions. We believe in investing in our people, offering competitive benefits and professional development to help your career take flight. Does the challenge of working in one of the most dynamic organizations in the Triangle excite you? If so, please consider applying for the Aircraft Rescue Fire Engineer/EMT position at the Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority. RDU provides an opportunity to work with an awesome team, all dedicated to our core values of Learning, Integrity, Team, Excellence, and Respect. We are a rapidly expanding, medium-sized airport. If you are interested in working for a growing organization that provides great benefits, opportunities to advance, and free parking, then RDU may be your next and best career move! Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity and collaboration. Take the next step and see what RDU is all about! Hours & Schedule: 112.31 hours biweekly, 3 days working per week (9-11 days per month)
Compensation:
Maximum – Based on experience and education, Minimum - $20.36 hourly (Equates to $59,452.42 annually) Not Including Overtime
What You Need
Experience
Required:
2 years of experience in volunteer or career firefighting 1 year of experience driving and operating fire apparatus and pumps
Preferred: 2 or more years of experience driving and operating fire apparatus and pumps.
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Licenses or Certifications:
Required:
Valid NC Class B Driver's License (or ability to obtain within 6 months)NC Firefighter or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalentNC EMT or National Registry (must receive Reciprocity within 6 months)NC Hazardous Material Level I or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalentNC Driver Operator - Pumps or IFSAC/ProBoard equivalentNC Emergency Vehicle DriverNIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
What You'll Do:
Operates fire engines to respond to fire, crashes, and rescue calls; and uses mobile equipment, hand tools, and extinguishers to suppress aircraft, structural, forest, and automobile fires.
Responds to medical emergency needs of passengers and terminal visitors until advance medical care arrives.
Maintains awareness of security concerns on the airfield and reports concerns to Communications.
Checks airfield and reports debris, malfunctioning lights, and hazards.
Completes and maintains proper recordkeeping of fire and medical call reports.
Checks and services fire extinguishers and Automated External Defibrillators in airport buildings.
Performs fit testing for air packs and N-95 mask; performs service testing for SCBA and ladders; and tests and services fire hydrants.
Attends classes in firefighting, rescue, and emergency services techniques and methods; and trains with other departments to facilitate mutual aid response.
Cleans and maintains fire stations and adjacent grounds; and maintains supplies and materials on fire and rescue vehicles.
Performs related work as required.
Benefits:- At RDU, you're not just a blip on the radar. We appreciate you and care about your health, happiness and future. Here's a snapshot of our awesome benefits!
- Work-Life Harmony Paid Vacation LeavePaid Sick Leave11 Paid Holidays
- Flexible Holiday Options
- Health and Wellness Comprehensive Wellness Program
- On-site Fitness Classes & Employee Fitness Center AccessHealth Savings Account (HSA) – with matching employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts – medical and dependent care options
- Opportunities for employer-paid or discounted insurance plans
- Financial Wellness Tuition assistance and career development
- Shift Differential pay 401(k) plan, Traditional and Roth options – with matching employer contributions457(b) plan, Traditional and Roth optionsNC Pension Retirement Plan
- Employee Discounts – cell phone service plans, RDU Airport Terminal stores and restaurants. A detailed job description will be provided during the interview process.
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