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AIRFIELD FIREFIGHTER

State of Arizona -
Marana, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
Up to $19.24 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
On-the-job training
Parental leave
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Environmental protection hazardous materials response
Computer literacy
BLS Certification
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

542954

MARANA
TUCSON

DEPT OF EMERGENCY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

Full-time

Closing at: Aug 18 2026 - 23:55 MST

DEPT OF EMERGENCY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

The Department of Emergency & Military Affairs (DEMA), led by The Adjutant General, provides emergency management and military capabilities to the citizens of Arizona and the nation. The Emergency Management Division consists of three sections—operations, preparedness, and financial administration. Each section works collaboratively across the agency and with external partners to manage emergency responses and reduce the impacts of disasters. Additionally, DEMA is the headquarters for the Arizona National Guard, the primary combat reserve of the United States military. The Arizona Army and Air National Guard provide military forces and equipment to accomplish community, state, and federal missions.

AIRFIELD FIREFIGHTER

Job Location:

Work Location: Silverbell Army Heliport, Marana, AZ

Posting Details:

Salary: UP TO $19.2350/HOUR (DOE)

Grade: 13

Closing Date: August 18, 2026

Job Summary:

At the operations level, under general supervision of a fire department Captain, Assistant Chief, Deputy Chief and/or Installation Fire Chief, the Airfield Firefighter will perform prevention, control and extinguish all types of fires on the ground. Coordinate and perform related rescue, first aid, and property conservation. Includes fires or potential fires involving structures, wildland, aircraft, missiles and separate component weapons or other materials. Perform operations and operator maintenance of all types of firefighting and related rescue vehicles, equipment systems and devices in support of overall base emergency contingency operations. A 48/96 hour shift type work schedule will be followed, (2 days on shift/4 days off shift). Overtime may be required depending on mission requirements. Position may require temporary relocation to serve at other Arizona Army National Guard fire stations. Actively participates in promoting a continuous improvement workplace culture, through the use of teamwork, root cause problem solving, standard operating procedures, and review of performance metrics.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities include:

Fight Aircraft/Wildland fire & standbys using various firefighting equipment and various chemicals as required for different situations: Operate fire and crash rescue tools and equipment. Control, extinguish and overhaul related fires. Perform required standbys (emergency and routine). Perform hazardous materials Awareness level duties involving hazardous spills or leaks. Shall review and follow all department SOP (Standard Operating Procedures) and SOG (Standard Operating Guidelines).
Perform on-the-job-training: Receive and participate in initial and continuing education in work-related crash, fire and rescue subjects,to include career development courses, formal schools and in-house training programs. Participate in education and practice sessions on a continuing basis to ensure correct methods and expected performance levels to meet regulatory requirements.
Conditioning and maintenance of firefighting apparatus and equipment: Conduct inspections and minor maintenance on firefighting vehicles and related equipment, maintain cleanliness and serviceability of personal protective clothing and uniforms, maintain fire station facilities, maintain assigned vehicles and firefighting equipment, conduct inspection, serviceability and operator maintenance on fire department compressed air systems.
Perform emergency medical care: Provide emergency medical care to patients at the EMR, EMT or Paramedic, in accordance with individual held certification level and local Standard of Care Medical Protocols. Ability to accurately complete patient care reports in accordance with department policy. Conduct inspection, serviceability, and operator maintenance on specialized medical equipment used by the department.
Fight structural, natural cover, vehicle and miscellaneous fires: Perform hose, vehicle relay, ground ladder and pump operations. Evacuate/rescue personnel from structures, protect exposures from fire spread, operate tools and equipment. Control, extinguish and overhaul aircraft, structural, natural cover, vehicle and miscellaneous fires. Participate in controlled burning of forested areas.
Perform communication and administrative duties: Monitor, receive and record information from non-emergencies or emergency communication systems. Perform administrative and clerical duties. Prepare computer generated reports, records and emails. Enter data into the fire department databases such as NFIRS (National Fire Incident Reporting System) and ERS (Emergency Reporting System)
Perform rescue operations: Use tools and equipment in support of rescue operations. Gain entry and perform extrication of personnel by normal and emergency means. Shut down aircraft engines and operate seats to remove crew members and passengers from aircraft. Rescue personnel from motor vehicles. Perform confined space and hazardous materials incident duties in accordance with department policy.
Perform fire prevention and inspection duties: Identify and report fire hazards found to the Fire Prevention Officer. Assist in conducting building evacuation drills, fire extinguisher training, and fire prevention briefings.
Contingency Responses: Provide damage control/standbys in response to bomb threats, hijacking, terrorist incidents and perform duties as directed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Recognizing aircraft, structural firefighting, wild land and fire prevention methods and practices.
Equipment, chemicals and techniques used in fighting fires.
Hazardous material incidents to the Operations level.
Firefighting techniques concerning jet fuel, munitions, gas, oil, solvents, cleaning chemicals, metals, etc.
Practices, principles, methods, and legal responsibilities of emergency medical services.
Standard first aid methods and practices, including CPR.
Pre-hospital care.

Skilled in:

Standard first aid methods and practices.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Basic computer skills.
Experience as a member of an organized military or other governmental fire department in controlling and extinguishing fires; rescue operations; detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; operation of fire communications equipment; controlling hazardous materials incidents; developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and effective interpersonal techniques.
Microsoft Excel, Power point and Word.

Ability to:

Make sound decisions and maintain composure during high-stress emergency situations.
Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Perform heavy lifting and have physical dexterity to climb and maneuver in tight spaces.
Work harmoniously under a team concept.
Operate all firefighting tools and equipment.
Detect, identify and document fire hazards.
Detect, identify and document equipment defects.
Suppress, control, extinguish, salvage and overhaul fires.
Don and wear personal protective equipment for firefighting and medical actions.
Pass Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, and Fire Inspector I certifications.

Selective Preference(s):

Desired qualifications include any combination of experience, education, and training that meets the knowledge, skills, and abilities as described.

Fire Science associates degree or equivalent experience preferred.
General knowledge of aircraft and wildland firefighting as it applies to location.
National registry certification for EMT/EMT-B or higher
Certified Paramedic

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Special Job Requirements:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State of Arizona driver's license.
Security clearance: Candidates for this position will be required to submit to a criminal background investigation as well as possess the ability to achieve a favorable Tier 3 investigation for the purpose of obtaining/maintaining a Secret clearance eligibility and Common Access Card (CAC) within one year of hire.
Must comply with a pre-placement and annual firefighter physical in accordance with NFPA standard.
Certificates/Qualifications required prior to employment: Department of Defense, the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (PROBOARD) Firefighter I&II, HAZMAT Operations, Current Arizona or National Registry certification for EMR and Current CPR card.
Certificates/Qualifications required within 12 months of employment: Driver Operator-Pumpers, Mobile Water Supply Apparatus, appropriate certifications for assigned fire station, as set forth below.

Silverbell: ARFF (Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter) certification, Driver Operator-ARFF.

In & out of state travel may be required
May be required to obtain both S130/S190 and ARFF certifications.
Employment is contingent upon completion of a post-offer medical/physical examination and the agency's ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Eligible DEMA employees participate in excellent retirement programs provided by the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and for fire personnel the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected].
DEMA is a smoke-free work environment.
ADA/EEO Employer
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Employer

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DEPT OF EMERGENCY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

AIRFIELD FIREFIGHTER

Work Location: Silverbell Army Heliport, Marana, AZ

Salary: UP TO $19.2350/HOUR (DOE)

Grade: 13

Closing Date: August 18, 2026

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