Airport Firefighter Assistant

About the role

The Assistant – ARFF supports airport fire and rescue operations, responding to aircraft incidents, structural fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous material situations. This position ensures the safety of passengers, crew, and airport personnel through effective firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services.

Key responsibilities

• Respond promptly to aircraft emergencies, structural fires, medical incidents, and hazardous material events on airport premises.
• Perform fire suppression using water, foam, dry chemicals, and other agents; conduct search and rescue in smoke‑filled or hazardous environments.
• Provide first aid and basic life support (BLS) until advanced medical personnel arrive; assist in patient transport as needed.
• Carry out daily inspections, maintenance, and readiness checks of firefighting vehicles, extinguishers, PPE, and related equipment.
• Maintain inventories, incident reports, training records, and shift logs for regulatory compliance.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal regulations and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all emergency response activities.

Required profile

• Physical fitness and ability to work in high‑stress, hazardous environments.
• Strong attention to detail for equipment checks, record‑keeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work in a team, follow SOPs, and communicate clearly during emergencies.

Required skills

• Firefighting techniques, including use of water, foam, and dry chemical agents.
• Search and rescue operations in smoke‑filled or hazardous conditions.
• First aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Operation and maintenance of firefighting vehicles, extinguishers, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Hazardous material response procedures.