Driver / Operator

The Driver Operator performs as a fully trained member of the firefighting team to protect life and property IAW international, US, Air Force and PWS requirements. The role involves safely driving firefighting apparatus to and from fires or other emergencies, operating pumps and mechanical equipment, maintaining inventory, and ensuring apparatus readiness. The position also requires performing maintenance, cleaning, inventory checks, and weekly inspections, as well as handling documentation and reporting as directed.

• Safely drive firefighting apparatus to and from fires or other emergencies following laws and regulations.
• Operate pumps, power and other mechanical equipment as required.
• Keep inventory of tools and equipment on apparatus.
• Clean and service assigned apparatus, maintaining it in a condition of readiness.
• Report mechanical failures or difficulties and missing or damaged equipment to the proper authority.
• Operate, without direct supervision, various Fire Department pumping apparatus with multiple water intake and discharge situations at an emergency scene.
• Perform required apparatus maintenance, cleaning duties, inventory checks and weekly inspections.
• Check inventories after every emergency response or training drill before leaving the scene.
• Responsible for all documentation and reporting as required and directed by Program and Site leadership.

• A minimum of three years (3) previous experience preferably at a US Military Installation Air Force preferred with similar mission/project in scope and nature.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Computer skills.
• Previous work experience in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce.
• Excellent organizational, time management and customer service skills.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain requirements for duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Valid country driver's license and passport.
• Country visa as required in line with the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Employees must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.