Must be at least 18 years old by the closing date of the job posting.
Be able to successfully complete a background investigation, including a full employment history check, a credit check, a criminal history records check, and a driving records check.
Be able to pass a comprehensive medical and vision examination, including drug screening.
Be able to successfully pass a physical ability examination and a polygraph examination.
Be able to pass a written exam.
Operational-level knowledge of:
hazardous materials incident response,
basic firefighting and rescue skills, and
use of associated equipment and procedures.
Must be cleared as a driver/operator of an EMS transport unit within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into position.
Firefighter experience at an Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) airport (commercial or military).
Airport Firefighter certification by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), or a fully equivalent certification.
EDUCATION
A high school diploma or a Certificate of General Educational Development (GED).
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED
A state driver's license in good standing.
Firefighter I certification accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board), the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP).
Firefighter II certification accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board), the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP).
Hazardous Materials Operations certification accredited by the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications (Pro Board), the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Virginia Department of Fire Programs (VDFP).
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification, or higher, issued by the VA Department of Health Office of Emergency Medical Services (VAOEMS) or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).
NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS
Must be able to perform duties without adverse effects of motion sickness/claustrophobia.
Works under pressure and maintains emotional self-control during emergencies.
Work requires heavy physical effort; it uses strength
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurancePerformance bonus
Additional Information
Compensation Grade:
F10 Salary Range:
$32.43-$51.98
Opening Date:
May 29, 2026
Closing Date:
July 4, 2026 Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.
As a Firefighter II for the Airports Authority, you will help protect the lives of the traveling public by responding to and fighting fires and delivering emergency medical care.
Firefighter II
Serves in the Fire and Rescue Department of the Office of Public Safety at either Washington Dulles International Airport or Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Performs full-performance level Firefighter functions in emergency situations including fire prevention, suppression, and rescue and emergency medical services at the basic life support (BLS) level. Performs related functions.
For more information about the Firefighter II Recruitment Bonus Program, click here:
Firefighter II Recruitment Bonus Program Information
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Responds to emergency incidents, executing all tasks required to mitigate an emergency as certified.
Drives vehicle/apparatus safely. Operates and inspects all apparatus, tools, and equipment safely and effectively to mitigate emergencies and extinguish/suppress fires.
Performs individual and team fire ground operations to ensure safety, fire control, and property protection. Uses risk assessment procedures, assesses emergency situations, and determines appropriate course of action according to training/guidelines, minimizing risk (to self and others) and property damage.
Performs as a member or may perform as a shift team leader to control and stabilize releases or potential releases of HAZMAT when approaching the material.
Helps inspect airport buildings for adherence to baseline fire and life safety codes.
May lead or help lead non-specialty type training modules/sessions, as required.
Assists with the Department's EMS internship programs.
Participates in the Airports Authority and/or community relations programs.
Performs station maintenance and housekeeping to ensure a clean, safe, and healthy working/ living environment.
Attends in-service/mandatory/basic or specialized training to maintain response readiness. May lead training sessions, as required.
Continued employment as a Firefighter is contingent upon Successful completion of the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Recruit Training School and Airports Authority Fire Department orientation.
Must be cleared as a driver/operator of an EMS transport unit within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into position.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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