Shipboard Damage Control Firefighting Instructor

Damage Control (DC) Firefighting Contractor Instructor

Prevailance is seeking a mission-focused professional to support the Surface Warfare Schools Command (SWSC) as a Damage Control (DC) Firefighting Contractor Instructor.

This position is currently filled; however, we are accepting applications for Ready Replacement Pool consideration.

• Provide technical and military training to Department of Defense (DoD) personnel, including U.S. Navy and Allied Forces officers and enlisted personnel.
• Support curriculum updates and maintenance, testing, and remediation.
• Utilize training aids, electronic podiums, lab equipment, and other instructional tools effectively.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols during training evolutions.

• Graduate of the Navy Instructor Training Course (CIN: A-012-0077) or equivalent (NEC 9502).
• At least three (3) years of technical experience in Damage Control.
• At least two (2) years of experience in a Military Training Environment.
• Strong knowledge of learning principles, presentation methods, testing, remediation, and training equipment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols, diesel inspection processes, and shipboard firefighting and damage control procedures.

• Former Senior (E5–E9) Surface Ship Damage Control man or similar rating.
• Graduate of at least seven (7) of the following courses:
• General Shipboard Firefighting Training – SCBA (A-495-0416)
• Shipboard Firefighting Integrated Team Trainer (A-495-0018)
• Shipboard Firefighting / Damage Control Emergency Team Member (A-495-0021)
• Shipboard Aircraft Firefighting (J-495-0413)
• Air Capable Ship Helicopter Firefighting (J-495-0414)
• Advanced Shipboard Firefighting (J-495-0419)
• Damage Control Repair Party Team Leader (K-495-0040)
• Shipboard Damage Control Team Trainer (K-495-0045)
• Damage Control Petty Officer (K-495-0440)
• AFFF Foam Generation (K-495-2179)
• Gas Free Engineering (K-495-0051)
• Capable of performing all high-risk training evolutions, including ascending/descending ladders, navigating narrow passageways, enduring extreme heat, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

• Navy Damage Control man Chief Petty Officer (CPO) or Engineering Department Leader (e.g., EN, GS, EM) preferred.
• Experience with ATG or holding the NEC 9502 Basic Instructor designation.
• Shipboard firefighting experience.
• Current Basic EMT qualification or higher.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• NEC 9502 Navy Instructor or equivalent certification.

• Must be able to obtain a favorable background clearance.

• Medical Insurance.
• Tri Care Supplemental.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage.
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• 11 Paid Holidays.
• Education Reimbursement Program.
• Computing Device Reimbursement Program.

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.