Firefighter Novice Position

Job Summary: We are seeking a Novice Firefighter to join our team at U.S. Army Europe and Africa. As a Firefighter Novice, you will be responsible for performing specific, routine operations that include a few separate tasks or procedures. Your tasks will be assigned and competencies required will be those defined per applicable International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) manual (Essentials of Firefighting), and Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:
- Structural Firefighting;
- Emergency Medical Response;
- Hazardous Material Response;
- Related Aid and Rescue work associated with facilities and operations;
- Interaction with Host Nation responders for potential multi-agency emergencies;
- Knowledge of the function of controls and regulations as well as their testing and evaluation;
- Risk assessment of the operation of electrical devices, equipment, and systems;
- Knowledge of Host Nation policies, protocols, procedures, and equipment;
- Certification for Technical Suitability for the performance of the role of "firefighter";
- Knowledge of the principles of hydraulic calculation pertaining to water-flow friction, loss, and pump pressures, etc.

Requirements:
- Six months of general work experience;
- Command of the English language sufficient to understand basic fire protection and prevention terminology;
- Ability to obtain and maintain an Italian driver's license type "C" and the equivalent military driver's license;
- Ability to obtain and maintain the "Attestato di idoneità tecnica per l'espletamento dell'incarico di Addetto Antincendio" Livello 3 (D.M. 02/09/2021);
- Ability to obtain and maintain certifications required by Italian law, according to Legislative Decree 81/08, art. 37 and reference technical standards;
- Ability to obtain and maintain current First Aid level certification or higher;
- Ability to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS/BLSD) certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with automated external defibrillator (AED) for adults, children and infants;
- Ability to complete DoD Hazmat Awareness training.

What We Offer:
- A temporary position not to exceed 1 year;
- Opportunities for professional growth and development;
- A chance to work with a dynamic team at U.S. Army Europe and Africa.

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