Fire Captain

Pro-Tec Fire Services is hiring for a Full-Time Captain's position at our Rockford Airport Location!!! Check out our amazing opportunity!!!

Company Overview

Pro-Tec Fire Services is a leading provider of contracted Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) services across North America, specializing in airport and aviation safety since 1974. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional emergency response, training, and safety solutions to ensure the highest standards of protection for our clients and communities.

Job Purpose:

The Fire Captain is required to deliver and maintain a compliant and operational rescue and firefighting service. We are looking for an experienced and motivated Fire Captain to lead the airport emergency services, including the development and implementation of the safety and emergency procedures as per applicable regulatory and operational requirements to ensure continuity and operational readiness across the airport.

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Airport Fire Chief, the Fire Captain is responsible for the subordinate leadership of emergency response activities, training, and day-to-day operations of the contracted airport site. This includes leading a crew of Firefighters who will provide firefighting (ARFF) related services, assistance in emergency rescue/medical response and service, hazardous operations/hazmat spills response, fueling, and alarm response. The Fire Captain may work closely with other local agencies and community organizations to maintain a harmonious relationship throughout the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The incumbent ensures that the Firefighters maintain a which standard of safety and work performance in the execution of their duties. This would include maintaining safe work practices and compliance with company, airport and governmental agency policies, rules, standards, and regulations. Communicating any deficiencies and recommendations for correction to the Airport Fire Chief.
• Assigns, directs, and participates in all firefighting, lifesaving activities at the airport and its facilities.
• Supervises all activities of the Firefighters with responsibility for participation in training (initial and recurrent) and promotion.
• Supervise ARFF personnel in the inspection and maintenance of equipment and prepare specifications for departmental equipment.
• Assist the Airport Fire Chief in hiring new employees, promotions of existing employees and disciplinary action or termination of an employee according to company policy.
• Assist in the development and enforcement of staff of departmental regulations and standard operating procedures.
• The incumbent will provide oral/written feedback when applicable to the Airport Fire Chief for those employees for whom the incumbent is responsible for.
• Leads, directs, instructs, assists, or assigns in the following areas:
• Supervision and detection of airport safety hazards
• Supervision of the Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting/Emergency Response operations during their shift
• Assists the Airport Fire Chief with shift scheduling
• Assists with payroll as needed
• Participates in the Vehicle Maintenance Inspection Program.
• Accurately and effectively prepares and/or assigns the preparation of daily activity reports and other administrative duties that may be required.
• Accurately and timely reports all maintenance problems/repairs for the fire station to Airport Maintenance.
• Accurately and timely reports all maintenance problems/repairs for the vehicle fleet to Airport Vehicle Maintenance.
• Participate in training exercises and maintain proficiency in the techniques and methods of firefighting.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Airport Fire Chief, Regional Airport Fire Chief and/or Director of the Airport.
• Performs additional Airport Operations duties as assigned to meet contractual obligations or the daily operational demands of the facility, which may include responsibilities extending beyond standard fire protection duties.

Skills and Abilities:

• Effectively leads and communicates to other personnel in the performance of firefighting, lifesaving, and security functions.
• Ability to express self effectively to individuals and groups using good oral, written, and listening skills.
• Ability to speak English and carry out oral and written directions.
• Competent knowledge and experience in fire suppression, tactics, and strategy techniques, particularly as applied to the saving of lives and protecting property.
• Competent knowledge of the equipment, materials and vehicles required for aircraft fire suppression and lifesaving operations.
• Ability to conduct periodic inspections, as instructed, of the airfield and air operations to include but not limited to FOD checks, airfield operations as stated in the contractor agreement with the airport.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in determining the appropriate action to be taken relating to job responsibilities. Ability to change outlook, viewpoint, etc. when circumstances dictate.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the performance of duties, to include all co-workers/employees and Airport Administration.
• A thorough understanding of and demonstrated experience in NIMS and ICS Incident Command Systems.
• Working knowledge and proficiency in the operation of computer equipment and software programs used by the department, to include Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel.

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• College Degree (preferred)

Certifications & Licenses (Required):

• Illinois OSFM Firefighter II
• Illinois OSFM Hazmat Operations
• Illinois OSFM Fire Service Instructor II
• Illinois OSFM Company Officer
• Illinois OSFM Advanced Fire Officer
• Illinois OSFM Fire Department Incident Safety Officer
• Illinois OSFM Airport Firefighter
• Illinois OSFM ARFF Driver/Operator
• Certified Training Program Manager
• ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, & 800
• CPR
• Illinois Department of Public Health EMT-Basic
• Illinois NON-CDL driver's license with an airbrake endorsement

Certifications & Licenses (Preferred):

• Illinois OSFM Fire Inspector I Certification

Qualifications:

• Have at least five (5) years of firefighting experience, including two (2) years' experience with ARFF services.
• Must have 2 years or more of management experience preferably as a Lieutenant or higher.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have and maintain a State issued Driver License
• Must be able to pass a 10-year FBI Criminal History Record Check, and TSA Security Threat Assessment and maintain a SIDA badge.
• This is a drug testing position
• Must be able to pass either a NON-DOT or NFPA 1582 pre-employment and annual occupational health screening.

Benefits:

• Heath, Dental & Life Insurance
• Vacation
• Sick time
• 401(k) with company matching

Pro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is the leader in Contracted Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) since 1974. Visit us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn

Pro-Tec Fire Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Pay: $20.52 per hour

Work Location: In person