Firefighter (BLS/Hazmat Technician)

You will serve as a FIREFIGHTER (BLS/HAZMAT TECHNICIAN) in the FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES of NAS JAX.

You will perform structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities that may include research and/ or large industrial complexes. You will participate in pre-fire planning by identifying new or existing hazards. You will operate a variety of firefighting equipment. You will perform hazard and risk assessment techniques in completing initial incident analysis.

Work schedule: Full-time. A 72 hour work week is typical for this position.

Conditions of employment:
Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Candidates for firefighter positions must not have reached their 37th birthday by date of appointment. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. You will be subject to random testing. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. This is a Mission Essential position. Employee must be able to lift and move heavy objects such as charged fire hoses, fire extinguishers, equipment, incapacitated persons, and litter patients. Employee must wear a uniform and safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire dept/brigade. 2) Performing rescue operations. 3) Detecting, reducing, or eliminating potential fire hazards. 4) Controlling hazardous materials incidents. 5) Driving and operating firefighting vehicles. 6) Performing non-invasive emergency medical procedures.

Required Certifications: Firefighter I and II, Airport Firefighter, Hazmat Operations, Hazmat Technician, Driver Operator Pumper, Driver Operator ARFF, and National Registered EMT. Must obtain and submit all certification requirements.

Benefits: A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Requirements: BLS, Hazmat Technician

Salary: $50,460 - $65,599 Per Year

Application Deadline: 2026-10-14