Overview

Position Overview

This role is responsible for responding to fires, medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and other critical situations as they occur. The firefighter/EMT must maintain a thorough working knowledge of fire suppression systems, including hydrants, extinguishers, sprinkler networks, and smoke detection equipment. Proficiency in the use, inspection, and upkeep of standard and specialized firefighting tools is essential to ensuring emergency readiness and public safety.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Respond to fire suppression, emergency medical, and hazardous materials incidents under supervisory guidance

  • Conduct routine inspections, testing, and maintenance of hydrants, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, alarms, and other fire protection equipment

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot a wide range of firefighting and rescue equipment, including specialized apparatus

  • Participate in ongoing training exercises and scheduled emergency response drills

  • Provide instruction or assistance in training programs for auxiliary personnel or support crews when assigned

  • Maintain current Ohio certification as EMT (Basic, Intermediate, or Paramedic) and Firefighter II

  • Serve as a public-facing communicator, including functioning as a 911 operator when required

  • Work rotating 12-hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Required Qualifications

  • Active State of Ohio certifications for Firefighter II and EMT-B, EMT-I, or Paramedic (must maintain certification level held at hire)

  • Minimum of three (3) years of documented experience as a firefighter and EMT, either career or volunteer, with verifiable emergency response activity

  • Successful completion of required agility and physical performance testing

  • Physical and mental fitness necessary to perform emergency response duties under high-stress conditions

  • Ability to wear Level A fully encapsulated suits, respiratory protection, and operate effectively in confined spaces

  • Valid driver’s license with the ability to safely operate emergency response vehicles

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Q security clearance

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

  • Familiarity with fixed industrial fire protection systems

  • Training or experience in hazardous materials response, structural collapse, trench rescue, and rope rescue operations

Physical and Environmental Requirements

This position demands the ability to perform physically intensive tasks under hazardous conditions. Requirements include, but are not limited to:

  • Lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, and 20+ pounds continuously

  • Performing repetitive and non-repetitive motions such as climbing, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, balancing, and working at varying speeds

  • Full functional use of both hands and arms, including overhead reach

  • Normal color vision, depth perception, hearing, and vision consistent with Equipment Class I standards

  • Working in confined spaces, elevated locations, and environments that may be hot, cold, dusty, wet, or humid

  • Exposure to hazardous substances including chemicals, vapors, fumes, oils, greases, and radioactive materials

  • Wearing employer-provided personal protective equipment and respiratory protection as required

Job Information

  • Job ID: 2026-21040

  • Work Location: On-Site

About Akima Facilities Operations

Work Where Your Impact Matters

Akima Facilities Operations (AFO), a subsidiary of Akima, is a mission-driven federal facilities services provider and an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC). Our work extends beyond traditional contracting—we proudly support the well-being and sustainability of our Iñupiat shareholders, Alaska Native communities that have thrived above the Arctic Circle for over 10,000 years.

Through our federal partnerships, AFO ensures operational excellence by maintaining critical infrastructure, optimizing performance, and supporting mission readiness across government facilities. Our approach emphasizes accountability, innovation, and cost-effective management.

Employees at AFO are part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace that values diversity, forward thinking, and professional growth. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, long-term career development opportunities, and robust retirement programs.