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Firefighter 3 (Palmdale CA)

Northrop Grumman

Lake Los Angeles, CAJob$61–102K/yrSeen 1mo ago

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Compensation
$61–102K/yr
Location
Lake Los Angeles, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Firefighter 1 CertificationFirefighter 2 CertificationAirport Firefighter CertificationHazMat Awareness CertificationHazMat Operations CertificationEMT-B CertificationDoD Secret ClearanceSecret clearance

Job overview

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Firefighter 3 (Palmdale CA). Northrop Grumman seeks a Firefighter 3 for its Palmdale, CA location, offering opportunities to work on revolutionary systems while performing firefighting, emergency response, fire suppression, prevention, medical services, hazardous spill response, and specialized rescue operations in line with NFPA, federal, state, and local standards.

Key focus areas include Perform assigned firefighting and emergency response services tasks with established protocols and standard procedures, Participate as a member of the emergency response unit providing fire suppression and prevention services, medical services, hazardous spill response and specialized rescue operations, and Conduct inspections of fire extinguers and fire systems such as sprinklers and fire hydrants.

Important skills include Fire Suppression, Fire Prevention, Medical Services, Hazardous Spill Response, Specialized Rescue Operations, and Inspection Of Fire Extinguishers.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Fire SuppressionFire PreventionMedical ServicesHazardous Spill ResponseSpecialized Rescue OperationsInspection of Fire ExtinguishersInspection of SprinklersInspection of Fire HydrantsOperation of Emergency Response VehiclesNFPA Standards ComplianceSupport 1st or 2nd Shift Schedule

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentFour Years Relevant ExperienceFirefighter 1 CertificationFirefighter 2 CertificationAirport Firefighter CertificationHazMat Awareness CertificationHazMat Operations CertificationEMT-B CertificationDoD Secret ClearanceActive DoD Secret ClearanceAbility to Obtain and Maintain Multiple Program Accesses (PARs)Pass NFPA Firefighter Medical Exam/Physical

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is looking to hire either a Firefighter 3 to our team of diverse professionals at our Palmdale, CA location!

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following: Performs assigned firefighting and emergency response services tasks with established protocols and standard procedures. Participates as a member of the emergency response unit in providing fire suppression and prevention services, medical services, hazardous spill response and specialized rescue operations in accordance with NFPA, Federal, State and local standards. Conducts inspections of fire extinguishers and fire systems (e.g., sprinklers, fire hydrants). May operate and maintain emergency response vehicles.

This position does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.

Basic Qualifications for Firefighter 3:

  • High School diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of relevant experience

  • Must have Firefighter 1 & 2, Airport Firefighter, HazMat Awareness and Operations certifications and a current EMT-B certification, California or National Registry.

  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

  • Ability to obtain and maintain multiple program accesses (PARs). These must be obtained as a condition of employment.

  • Must be able to pass medical NFPA Firefighter medical exam/physical

  • Must be able to support 1st or 2nd Shift schedule as needed by department.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Currently possess an Active DoD Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $61,100.00 - $101,800.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Job Category: Security

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