Firefighter II- EMT Trainee ($5,000 Sign-on-Bonus) Written Test & WPE Scheduled for May 7, 2026

As a Firefighter II - EMT Trainee 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

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).

Must successfully complete the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Emergency Medical Technician certification within 6 months of hiring.

Must successfully complete the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Recruit Training School and Airports Authority Fire Department orientation within 6 months of hire. Must be cleared as a driver/operator of an EMS transport unit within one year of hire, promotion, or placement into position.