UABOS : Firefighter​/Driver

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K  supports the operational needs of U.S. armed forces at Morón Air Base in Spain and several bases in Turkey. Our services ensure smooth operations, allowing Air Force and government personnel to focus on their missions. We provide program management, civil engineering, morale, welfare, and recreation support, among other essential services. Awarded by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center, our contract spans a five‑year base period with three one‑year options, reflecting our commitment to excellence and operational support.

UABOS Turkey:
Firefighter/Driver

K  supports the operational needs of U.S. armed forces at Morón Air Base in Spain and several bases in Turkey. Our services ensure smooth operations, allowing Air Force and government personnel to focus on their missions. We provide program management, civil engineering, morale, welfare, and recreation support, among other essential services. Awarded by the Air Force Installation Contracting Center, our contract spans a five‑year base period with three one‑year options, reflecting our commitment to excellence and operational support.

To serve as a Firefighter assigned to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity engaged in airfield, structural firefighting, crash‑rescue, and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) operations and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards and reacting to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials as a first responder to protect persons, property, or the environment.

• Safely operate fire department apparatus, driving in both emergency and non‑emergency response conditions.
• Performs hazard and risk assessment techniques in completing initial incident analysis. Drives and operates firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, Quint ladder trucks, Mobile Water Supply (MWS), and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles.
• Performs crash‑rescue and structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great.
• Performs rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility.
• Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
• Responds to fire alarms and combats fire requiring the full range of firefighting tasks involving structures, equipment, and other facilities.
• Performs operational checks and maintenance on fire department apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Responds to on‑site accidents and emergencies to provide Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) care and non‑invasive emergency procedures.
• Performs work at airfields handling aircraft such as fighters, bombers, cargo, and passenger aircraft that carry large volumes of fuel, conventional and sometimes nuclear weapons, or highly flammable or explosive cargo.
• Pre‑fire planning by physically going through structures to become familiar with layout, fire hazard, and location of fixed fire protection systems.
• Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
• Participates in a mandatory physical fitness program.
• Uses all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• Wears a uniform and/or protective clothing weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Wears respiratory protection and follows the hearing conservation program.
• Discerns colors, contrast, and depth.
• May work in the Fire Alarm Communications Center (FACC) and be certified as a relief dispatcher.
• Has knowledge of hazardous materials emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
• Knows how to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity and the principles of hydraulics relevant to water flow, pressure, and loss.
• Has basic knowledge of building design, construction, and occupancy as well as of aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts.
• Is trained in emergency first aid techniques and…