Under the supervision of the Platoon Chief/Deputy Platoon Chief, the Crewman (ARFF) firefighter conducts daily platoon duties. This is a demanding position requiring the incumbent to work in an environment of conditions varying between exceptionally hot

Under the supervision of the Platoon Chief/Deputy Platoon Chief, the Crewman (ARFF) firefighter conducts daily platoon duties.


This is a demanding position requiring the incumbent to work in an
environment of conditions varying between exceptionally hot and dusty to
temperatures below freezing. The incumbent will be physically fit and
able to work continuously in these extreme conditions. Afghanistan is
recovering from armed conflict and is considered a “war-torn” country.
While hostilities have diminished, foreign military armaments,
particularly land mines, are present throughout the country.



Structure:

The firefighter reports to Platoon Chief/Deputy Platoon Chief and has no direct reports.


Specific Accountabilities:

• performs in a professional manner to prevent damage, or
unnecessary physical or financial loss to Fire Department equipment and
materials;

• is familiar with KAF safety regulations, in particular, the
safety regulations pertaining to the Fire Services and operations;

• removes personnel from an area of high risk to an area of relative safety,

• executes fire extinguishing procedures,

• conducts training for non-fire fighting personnel and various organized groups

• provides Advanced First Aid and CPR to the injured,

• takes action as required by SOP’s; as well as complies with Fire Department policy;

• returns equipment to a state of normal stand-by readiness after every use, and

participates in fire fighting training activities; maintaining fire
fighting rescue tools (manual & power), as well as maintains
portable pumps;

• participates in the Fire Prevention and Life Safety inspections,
testing and maintenance of all fixed or portable extinguishing or
detection systems, fire apparatus, and water distribution systems

• maintains a physical fitness standard as required by Fire Services policy;

• maintains a high level of cooperation between peers, subordinates and supervisors;

• demonstrates initiative and utilizing time well, anticipating problems, and offering solutions; and

• Works well in a team environment

• Other duties as assigned


Skills


Educational and Experience Requirements:

• Qualified to:

• NFPA 1001: Fire fighter Qualifications or Equivalent

• NFPA 1002 Fire Fighter Leave I & II

• NFPA 1003: Airport Firefighter or Equivalent

NFPA 472: HAZMAT or Equivalent




Job Details


Job Location:
Kuwait
Company Industry:
Distributions and Logistics
Company Type:
Employer (Private Sector)
Job Role:
Safety
Joining Date:
Unspecified
Employment Status:
Full time
Employment Type:
Employee
Monthly Salary Range:
Unspecified
Manages Others:
Unspecified
Number of Vacancies:
1