Airport Firefighter

Role summary

Airport Firefighter is a full-time role at Rural Metro Fire in Columbus, Ohio, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-06. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Airport Firefighter

Company

Rural Metro Fire

Location

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Logistics & Warehousing

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-10-06

Job description

Airport Firefighter/EMT

Under the direction of the Fire Chief or Fire Captain, or Fire Lieutenant, performs routine duties in establishing emergency readiness and providing emergency response capability including serving as driver-operator of all apparatus at the Airport.

Responsibilities

Drive and operate emergency response vehicles during emergency incidents. Operate fire pumps and associated suppression equipment required to control an incident.

Perform rescue, firefighting, and salvage duties at emergencies

Assist visitors by providing information and direction necessary to maintain an effective working relationship at the Airport

Maintain fire apparatus and equipment in good working condition

Report to the fire Battalion Chief/Lieutenant during emergency situations

Select proper firefighting tools and equipment to control and extinguish fires

Perform search and rescue operations, as necessary

Utilize appropriate safety equipment, remove hazards, and assist in determining corrective action

Provide emergency medical care during emergencies

Perform extrication operations to free individuals trapped in equipment, vehicles, elevators, or structures

Perform inspections of Airport aprons, taxiways, runways, buildings, and structures for the fire hazards and make recommendations on the elimination of such hazards

Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and minor repairs to emergency response equipment. Record all pertinent information regarding inspections and maintenance

Participate in continuous training programs to ensure the total annual credits required by the OHDPS Council are met and to improve the EMT's self-confidence in skills that coincide with the ever-changing pre-hospital setting

May be required to assume a position in the Incident Command System

Assist in development and delivering training sessions, as assigned

Maintain station and surrounding areas in a clean, sanitary, and orderly condition

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a United States citizen or provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Must have a telephone and transportation

Must maintain minimum training requirements established by 14 CFR Part 139 (Subpart D), FAA AC 150/5210-17 "Programs for Training of Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Personnel"

Current certification in CPR

Ohio/IFSAC certified Firefighter II

Ohio/OFSAC certified Hazardous Materials-Operations level

Ohio certified Emergency Medical Technician

Certified in National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) courses 100, 200, 700 and 800, and any other courses required in the future

Current State of Ohio driver's license

Must be in excellent physical condition and pass an annual physical exam by a licensed medical doctor

Pass an annual written, skills, and physical agility test

Must understand English, verbal and written comprehension

Must have working knowledge of Windows-based computers and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point programs

Must demonstrate good character appropriate to the requirements of the job

Must present an appearance consistent with other employee standards or as determined by CRAA

Must meet and maintain compliance with the criminal history requirements of 49 CFR 1542.209 and meet the access badge approval requirements as stipulated by the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC). These requirements are maintained in the Authority's ID Office Standard Operating Procedures.

Continuously demonstrate the ability to work independently and be a team player

Must meet or exceed prerequisites established by Ohio statutes.