Witt O'Brien's

Global crisis and emergency management consultancy

Fire Fighter

Security & Protective ServicesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timePueblo, CO, USA$22 - $52 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A current, valid driver's license is required.
A current Colorado DFPC Firefighter I certification is required.
A valid Colorado EMS certification is required.
The candidate must pass a physical fitness/stress test.
The candidate must have two years of paid full-time firefighting experience, or a combination of three years of full-time, part-time, or volunteer firefighting experience within the last five years.
Experience working with hazardous materials is required.
Knowledge of fire response operations, emergency medical care, and firefighting equipment inspections is required.
The role requires irregular or extended shift-work hours and the ability to work outdoors in varied climates, including extreme heat or cold.
The employee may work at locations other than the assigned location.

Responsibilities

Respond to fires and on-site emergencies, including hazardous materials incidents, natural disasters, and other emergencies; conduct searches, suppress and extinguish fires, and perform related life- and property-protection duties.
Provide basic emergency and medical care.
Identify, isolate, and safely contain hazardous materials.
Drive emergency vehicles and operate related apparatus in response to emergency calls and scenes.
Participate in ongoing training and education sessions.
Maintain the condition, maintenance, and appearance of apparatus and equipment, and prepare vehicles and apparatus for immediate response.

Desired Qualifications

A current Colorado DFPC Firefighter II certification is preferred.
Experience with building and fire codes, modern fire principles, procedures, and equipment is preferred.
Confined-space rescue training is preferred.

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a team that makes a real difference? Do you want to be part of a collaborative team that protects and strengthens communities and businesses? If you are looking for all these opportunities and more, then Witt O’Brien’s is the right fit for you.

Fire Fighter

At the Ambipar Response Training Center (ARTC) we are seeking highly motivated individuals to join our firefighting team. As a firefighter, you will be an essential part of our site’s safety and emergency response efforts. This position requires physical fitness and a commitment to serving others.

Position Details

Reports to: Fire Chief
Position Location: 55500 DOT Road, Pueblo, CO
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay: Hourly

Essential Job Functions

Responsibilities may include:

Respond to all types of fires and emergencies on site, including hazardous materials incidents, natural disasters, and other emergencies; perform searches, suppress and extinguish fires, and perform related life and property protection.
Provides emergency and medical care at a basic level.
Identifies, isolates, and contains hazardous materials safely and effectively.
Drives emergency vehicles and operates related apparatus to respond to emergency calls and scenes.
Participates in ongoing training and education sessions.
Ensures the proper condition, maintenance, and appearance of apparatus and equipment; prepares and ensures vehicles and apparatus are ready for immediate response.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

Current, Valid Drivers License
Current state of Colorado DFPC Firefighter I certification
Valid state of Colorado EMS certification
Ability to pass a physical fitness/stress test
Two (2) years as a paid full-time firefighter or any combination of three (3) years experience as a full- time, part-time, or volunteer firefighter within the last five (5) years
Experience working with hazardous materials
Knowledge of fire response operations, emergency medical care, and firefighting equipment inspections

Preferred Job Requirements

Current state of Colorado DFPC Firefighter II certification
Experience with building and fire codes, modern fire principals, procedures and equipment
Confined space rescue training

Work Schedule

This position requires the following time and staffing commitment:

Irregular/extended work hours (shift work)
Work may be performed outdoors in varied climate to include extreme hot or cold temperatures
May work at other locations than assigned

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description incorporates the core responsibilities of the job. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed, and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.

Commitment to Diversity

Ambipar Response is always looking for the most qualified and experienced professionals with a passion for public safety, emergency management, homeland security, disaster response, and continuity of operations.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation range:

$22.00 - $52.00

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

With you when it counts.

About the Company

Witt O'Brien's

Global crisis and emergency management consultancy

Witt O’Brien’s is a global crisis and emergency management firm serving governments and private sector clients to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and mitigate disruptions. It covers the full disaster life cycle, including preparedness, training and exercises, business continuity, grants management (such as FEMA Public Assistance), and regulatory compliance, plus maritime support like Qualified Individual representation and Spill Management Team coordination. It differentiates itself by pairing former FEMA leadership and oil-spill response expertise with a global footprint and end-to-end services, supplemented by acquisitions in crisis communications and reputation management. Its goal is to help organizations become more resilient to both natural and man-made disruptions, protecting operations, people, assets, and reputations.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: United States
Founded: 2001

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