Firefighter Dispatcher
The Firefighter Dispatcher is the telecommunicator for SAC, as the fire department is the primary answering point for the 1-911 system. The Firefighter Dispatcher alerts all fire fighters on duty by activating tone/voice radio/intercom transmission, with details of the emergency type and location. Monitor multiple radios and fire alarm system simultaneously. Duties include but are not limited to: structural and aircraft rescue firefighting, hazardous material response, confined space rescue, entering IDLH atmospheres, providing emergency medical treatment, participate in fire prevention programs, continuous improvement processes, complete written inspection reports, fire extinguisher inspections, testing and minor maintenance of fire alarms and related equipment, inspecting, testing, and operating fire department vehicles and rescue boats, receive and dispatch alarms, routine station cleaning assignments, and other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications: Connecticut State Certified Firefighter II, Connecticut State Certified EMT, Class Q or a Class "B" CDL with a "Tanker" endorsement. Must obtain a State of CT tele-communicator and EMD certification within 1 year of hire Desired Skills: Fire Department, Firefighting, and Rescue Service experience from a Military, Municipal, Airport, Industrial, or Organized Volunteer Fire Department. Dispatching experience preferred. Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration. Clearance Level: Secret Other Important Information You Should Know Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits. Schedule for this Position: Standard Monday to Friday 40 hour work week