LEAD FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECH/BASIC LIFE SUPPORT)

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Lead Firefighter responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of three or more firefighters engaged in structural firefighting and rescue operations and the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards. Duties Leads a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent) assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper or aerial ladder truck in firefighting and rescue operations. Directs firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment. Directs assigned crew in the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes, and the performance of hazardous materials (HAZMAT)technician containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties. Leads assigned crew and performs emergency rescue an