Firefighter II EMT Trainee ($5,000 Sign-on-Bonus) Written Exam & WPE Scheduled for December 10, 2026

As a Firefighter II for the Airports Authority, you will help protect the lives of the traveling public by responding to and fighting fires and delivering emergency medical care. Works under the direct supervision of the Fire Officer (usually Fire Captain) during shift, but may report to another rank or a civilian. Serves in the Fire and Rescue Department of the Office of Public Safety at either Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Responsibilities

Responds to emergency incidents, executing all tasks required to mitigate an emergency as certified; Drives vehicle/apparatus safely; Operates and inspects all apparatus, tools, and equipment to mitigate emergencies and extinguish/suppress fires; Performs individual and team fire ground operations to ensure safety, fire control, and property protection; Performs as a member or shift team leader to control and stabilize releases or potential releases of HAZMAT; Inspects or helps inspect airport buildings for adherence to baseline fire and life safety codes; May lead or help lead non-specialty training modules/sessions; Assists with the Department's EMS internship programs; Participates in the Airports Authority and/or community relations programs; Performs station maintenance and housekeeping; Attends in-service, mandatory, basic, or specialized training and may lead training sessions; Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

At least 18 years old by the closing date of the job posting; Ability to successfully complete a background investigation, including employment history, credit, criminal history, and driving records checks; Ability to pass a comprehensive medical and vision examination, including drug screening; Ability to pass a physical ability examination and a polygraph examination; Ability to pass a written exam; Operational-level knowledge of hazardous materials incident response, basic firefighting and rescue skills, and use of associated equipment and procedures; A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED); A state driver's license in good standing; Firefighter I certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC, or VDFP; Firefighter II certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC, or VDFP; Hazardous Materials Operations certification accredited by Pro Board, IFSAC, or VDFP; Must complete NREMT Emergency Medical Technician certification within 6 months of hiring; Must complete the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Recruit Training School and Airports Authority Fire Department orientation within 6 months of hiring; Must be cleared as a driver/operator of an EMS transport unit within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into position; Must be able to perform duties without adverse effects of motion sickness/claustrophobia; Works under pressure and maintains emotional self-control during emergencies; Able to perform heavy physical work, including strength, climbing/balancing, and crawling; Subject to established shifts, holdover, and recall

Nice to have

Firefighter experience at an Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) airport (commercial or military); Airport Firefighter certification by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or a fully equivalent certification

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Well-being resources; Health savings and flexible spending accounts; Pension and retirement plans; Ongoing training and development opportunities