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Combats fire or other emergencies as they arise. Responsible for knowing the operation and location of all hydrants, extinguishers, and sprinkling systems. Required to know the operation and maintenance of all types, including specialized firefighting equipment

Responsibilities

+ Under direction of supervision respond to fire, EMS, and Hazmat emergencies.

+ Responsibilities also include Inspection and testing of hydrants, fire extinguishers, sprinkling systems, smoke detection and other fire protection systems.

+ Required to know the operation and maintenance of all types, including specialized firefighting equipment.

+ May be called on to instruct in training programs and auxiliary crews.

+ Participates in regular drills. Must hold current Ohio EMT-Basic/Intermediate/Paramedic and Ohio Firefighter II Certifications.

+ Must be able to communicate with the public as a 911 operator.

+ Must be able to work 12-hour shift work.

Qualifications

+ Certifications from the state of Ohio for Firefighter II and EMT-B/ I/ or P and maintain at least the level of certification that is presented upon employment.

+ Minimum of three years’ experience as an active fire fighter and EMT (career or volunteer), with documented evidence of emergency response activity

+ Must be able to meet the agility test requirements.

+ Must be physically and mentally capable of working as an emergency responder.

+ Must be able to wear Level A encapsulating suits, respiratory protection, and function in confined spaces.

+ Some knowledge and Experience with all types of fixed industrial fire protection equipment, hazmat, building collapse, trench and rope rescue training is desirable.

+ Must be able to perform under pressure, and other repetitive tasks such as balancing, bending, crawling, crouching, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, raising both arms above shoulder, sitting, stooping, walking, full use of both hands, working at both low and high speeds, seeing color, depth perception, normal vision (Equipment Class-1) and hearing.

+ Must be able to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds constantly.

+ Must be able to work in confined spaces, dry/dusty/hot/humid/wet environments, high places, work with acids, alkali, fumes/gases/vapors/ solvents/radioactive material, oil & greases, exposure to burns, sudden temperature changes, mechanical hazards, moving objects, outside work.

+ Must be able to wear company provided personal protective equipment and respiratory protection when required.

+ Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate emergency response vehicles.

+ Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.

+ Must be able to obtain a Q clearance.

Job ID

2026-21040

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), an Akima company, is not just another federal facilities contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At AFO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

**For our shareholders** , AFO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

**For our government customers** , AFO sustains mission readiness and ensures quality of life by maintaining high value assets and operations at peak performance and successfully manages these operations through accurately forecasting, managing, and aggressively controlling costs.

**As an AFO employee** , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [email protected] or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).