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LEAD FIREFIGHTER
Quick Facts
- Hiring Agency: Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command
- Department: Department of the Air Force
- Location: March AFB, California
- Salary: $65148 – $84689/yr
- Hiring Path: Fed Transition
- Number of Openings: 1
- Security Clearance: Secret
- Date Posted: 2026-09-30
- Application Deadline: 2026-10-06
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Job Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Lead Firefighter responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of three or more firefighters engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations and the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards
Key Responsibilities
Leads a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent) assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations. Directs firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment.
Directs assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex (e.g., bombers, cargo, and passenger) aircraft; the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; and the performance of hazardous material (HAZMAT) containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties.
Leads assigned crew and performs emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility. Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities.
Contact
DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY · 1-800-525-0102
Frequently Asked Questions
Which agency is hiring for this position?
This position is with Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command, Department of the Air Force.
What is the salary for this position?
The posted pay range is $65148 – $84689/yr.
What security clearance is required?
This position requires a Secret security clearance.
What is the application deadline?
Applications close on 2026-10-06.
Who is eligible to apply?
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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