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Program Summary

The Ascension Island Base Operations and Support Program ensures the seamless execution of critical mission support activities on this remote yet strategically significant location. The program provides comprehensive logistics, facilities management, and airfield operations, enabling vital global communications, defense readiness, and aerospace operations for U.S. and allied forces. With a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals, the program has a proven track record of operational excellence and industry compliance, maintaining infrastructure and services vital to mission success. Located in the South Atlantic Ocean, Ascension Island operations play a pivotal role in sustaining international defense and scientific endeavors.

Job Summary

Fire Fighters are responsible for controlling and extinguishing fires, preventing and mitigating fire hazards, and responding to emergencies that require specialized firefighting techniques. The position requires using various firefighting equipment such as pumps, foam generators, and nozzles to combat fires. Fire Fighters work in high-risk environments, utilizing special protective gear when dealing with poisonous gases, radioactive materials, and hazardous biological substances. Daily responsibilities also include maintaining and inspecting firefighting equipment to ensure readiness and safety. The role involves driving emergency vehicles to fire scenes and operating tools and machinery to ensure effective firefighting operations.

Please note: This position is contingent upon award.

Roles and Responsibilities

Drive firefighting vehicles to emergency scenes, adhering to predetermined or adjusted routes.

Operate and maintain pumps, foam generators, boom, ground sweep nozzles, and other firefighting equipment.

Wear and operate special protective gear, including for toxic, hazardous, and radioactive material situations.

Perform regular equipment checks and daily preventive maintenance, including oil changes, packing replacements in pumps, and draining and flushing tanks.

Work with hazardous materials and biological agents during fire suppression, ensuring appropriate safety procedures are followed.

Respond to various emergencies beyond fires, such as hazardous material spills, medical emergencies, and natural disasters.

Engage in physical rescue operations, including extricating victims from hazardous situations.

Ensure the fire station and all firefighting equipment are properly maintained, clean, and ready for use.

Assist in fire prevention education programs and community outreach.

Collaborate with other emergency responders in multi-agency operations.

Basic Qualifications

Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations certification.

Fire Fighter I and II certification.

Airport Fire Fighter certification.

Ability to drive emergency vehicles safely under high-pressure situations.

Ability to work in physically demanding and dangerous environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in advanced firefighting techniques or specialized equipment use.

Experience in operating large-scale firefighting apparatus or aerial firefighting tools.

Knowledge of incident command systems and firefighting strategy planning.

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KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

At KBR, we are passionate about our people, sustainability, and our Zero Harm culture.

These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a more inclusive and diverse company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment of real collaboration across cultures and locations. Our individual differences and perspectives bring enhanced value to our teams and help us develop solutions for the most challenging problems. We understand that by embracing those differences and working together, we are more innovative, more resilient, and safer.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.