Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Paid childcare reimbursements
Paid tuition assistance
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Prescription coverage
Free healthcare through Marathon Health
Pet insurance
retirement plan matching
Paid Time Off

Job Description

The Indianapolis International Airport, renowned as the #1 Airport in North America and recognized by the Indiana Chamber as one of the Best Places to Work, stands as a premier aviation hub committed to safety, efficiency, and community engagement. This airport not only serves millions of travelers annually but also fosters a supportive and rewarding work environment that values employee well-being and professional development. With a dynamic team and a commitment to excellence, the airport ensures operational safety and top-tier emergency response capabilities to handle any critical situation promptly and effectively.

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Job Requirements

  • Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school or successful completion of a high school equivalency exam
  • Ability to perform all the physical and cognitive tasks outlined in the job description
  • Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and ability to perform the duties of this position
  • Valid driver's license and a demonstrated good driving record
  • Successfully complete Airport Firefighter certification as prescribed
  • Successfully complete, on an annual basis, required EMS In-service, once certified by the state
  • Ability to perform all the essential functions of the job outlined above without creating a direct threat to the safety of oneself or others
  • Uncorrected vision of 20/100 or better and corrected vision of 20/40 or better
  • NIMS 100, 200, and 700, and 800 certifications
  • Certification of Firefighter II

Job Qualifications

  • Graduation from a standard high school or vocational school or successful completion of a high school equivalency exam
  • Valid driver's license and a demonstrated good driving record
  • Successfully complete Airport Firefighter certification as prescribed
  • Successfully complete, on an annual basis, required EMS In-service, once certified by the state
  • NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications
  • Certification of Firefighter II
  • Ability to perform all the essential functions of the job outlined above without creating a direct threat to the safety of oneself or others
  • Uncorrected vision of 20/100 or better and corrected vision of 20/40 or better

Job Duties

  • Daily inspect and confirm the operating status of the truck assigned checking fluid levels by gauge and manually, operating pumps, ensuring that all required equipment is on board and that radios operate properly
  • Fuel and clean truck as necessary
  • Throughout the shift, maintain the fire station both inside and outside, mopping floors, washing windows, sweeping, dusting, maintaining storeroom, shoveling walks and cleaning the kitchen and restrooms
  • Respond to emergency calls within the FAA time limits by getting to one’s truck, bunkering, operating the truck, driving to the scene and employing the necessary rescue tactics ranging from spraying fire retarding agent to stabilizing an injured party and packaging for transportation
  • Respond to spills of fuel or hazardous substances and bomb threats
  • Build dikes or contain fuel or hazardous substances in such a manner as to prevent discharge into the surface drainage system
  • Respond to bomb threats by evacuating and securing the area and assisting the Police Bomb Squad
  • Conduct fire code inspections, escorts, safety seminars, training sessions
  • Participate in continuous physical and mental training
  • Work in Emergency Operations Center per NIMS guidelines
  • Perform any other function assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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