FIREFIGHTER

Description

Summit Solutions Group (SSG) provides mission-critical support for federal training environments where safety, readiness, and operational excellence matter most. As the mission support arm of the Summit Point Training Facility, SSG delivers specialized services that help ensure complex government training operations run safely and effectively. SSG is proud to support the Training Operational Medicine FASTC Emergency Services Contract in Blackstone, VA, delivering trusted on-site emergency medical and response services in support of critical federal training missions.

• Join a mission-driven team supporting critical federal training operations where emergency readiness and rapid response matter.
• Work alongside experienced Fire & EMS professionals in a collaborative environment focused on safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Keep your skills sharp through ongoing training, real-world response, and maintaining a high level of operational readiness.
• Support unique, fast-paced training environments that challenge you to adapt, problem-solve, and make a meaningful impact.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, development, competitive pay, and benefits.

As a Firefighter, you will provide fire protection, rescue response, emergency standby support, and operational readiness services in fast-paced training and operational environments. This role supports the safety and readiness of federal training missions by responding to fire incidents, vehicle extrication/stabilization events, rescue operations, and emergency standby assignments in complex training settings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Respond to fire incidents, rescue operations, vehicle extrication/stabilization events, and emergency standby assignments in support of training and operational missions.
• Support emergency response efforts involving fire suppression, hazard mitigation, scene safety, and operational coordination.
• Conduct daily readiness inspections of fire apparatus, rescue equipment, emergency response tools, and associated supplies to ensure operational preparedness.
• Operate fire apparatus and emergency vehicles safely in emergency and non-emergency situations across training environments and public roadways.
• Assist with emergency scene management and coordinate effectively with fire, EMS, and emergency response personnel during incidents and training activities.
• Support emergency evacuations, including assisting with scene safety, access control, and landing zone establishment when needed.
• Maintain readiness and proficiency in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials awareness, and vehicle extrication operations.
• Complete accurate, timely incident reports, equipment documentation, and required operational records.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with clients, coworkers, and over radio systems in high-tempo environments.
• Maintain all required certifications, competencies, and ongoing training requirements for the role.

This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA). Compensation will be provided in accordance with the applicable SCA wage determination, including the required Health & Welfare (H&W) fringe benefit. Summit Point also offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, and other employee benefits.

Requirements

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant emergency services or firefighting experience.
• Firefighter I & II Certification (DoD, IFSAC, and/or Pro Board).
• Virginia EMT certification or higher, valid and current.
• Current CPR/BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Current Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification.
• Hazardous Materials (Haz Mat) Awareness and Operations certification.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Level 2 certification or equivalent approved course.
• Vehicle Extrication Operations certification/training.
• Ability to maintain state-mandated continuing education requirements.
• Valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Ability to obtain and maintain HSPD-12 badge/access credentials for federal facility access.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred:

• Prior experience supporting fire protection or standby response operations within training environments, ranges, or specialized facilities.
• Previous experience supporting federal, government, military, law enforcement, or mission-critical training environments.
• Experience working in high-tempo, multi-agency, or operational response environments.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work in dynamic training and operational environments. Duties involve…