# LEAD FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECH/BLS)

Hiring organization: [Commander, Navy Installations Command](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/commander-navy-installations-command)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/5fcbdca1-547f-4a2e-9bfc-881ff3273bac

Listed on Commander, Navy Installations Command's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Seniority: Lead / Staff / Principal
- Location: Key West, FL
- Salary: 59515 – 77366 USD per year

## Summary

This lead firefighter role at Naval Air Station Key West involves commanding a crew of 3+ firefighters operating engines, aerials, and specialized airport rescue vehicles while managing tactical operations and station duties. The position requires multiple technical certifications and serves as the operating authority for hazmat response, rescue operations, and fire suppression at a naval installation.

_Our summary, not Commander, Navy Installations Command's wording._

## Required

- At least one year of specialized firefighting experience at GS-07 level or equivalent
- Firefighter I and II certification
- Airport Firefighter certification
- Hazmat Technician certification
- Driver Operator Pumper certification
- Driver Operator ARFF certification
- National Registry EMT certification
- Fire Officer I certification
- Fire Inspector I certification
- Fire Instructor I certification
- All certifications must be from DoD, IFSAC, or ProBoard
- Lead and direct crew of 3 or more firefighters

## Nice to have

- Driver Operator Aerial certification (must be obtained within 12 months if not already held)

Apply on Commander, Navy Installations Command's site: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/889619700