Firefighter

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Relocation is not available for this position.
About the Role:
The Security & Emergency Management Division is responsible for ensuring that Fermilab’s employees and natural resources remain unharmed. At Fermilab, we make every effort to integrate environmental considerations into our offices and experiments. We provide safety training to all Fermilab employees. We also ensure that employees are not overexposed to hazardous materials and provide on-site medical service.

Fermilab has an excellent opportunity for a Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician to work in the Fire Department. Under the supervision and direction of the Battalion Chief and Fire Lieutenant, performs firefighting duties, emergency medical care, hazardous material and technical rescue response, fire prevention inspections, and other tasks.

What your day-to-day as a Fire Fighter at Fermilab will look like:

• Performs firefighting duties, emergency medical care, hazardous material response and mitigation, and fire prevention inspections.
• Responds to emergency calls throughout the Laboratory and offsite as requested.
• Combats and extinguishes fires, administers emergency medical care, and assists in mediating HAZMAT incidents plus provides tunnel rescue services and maintains associated specialized equipment.
• Performs fire prevention tasks including building and valve inspections, testing of alarms and sprinklers, and maintenance of fire extinguishers and hoses.
• Maintains and operates emergency response apparatus, including fire vehicles and ambulances.
• Participates in ongoing training, drills, and upkeep of firefighting equipment.
• Assumes role of acting Lieutenant in the absence of senior officers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Essential Competencies and Attributes for Success:

• Minimum High School Diploma, (AA in Fire Science, preferred) or GED
• Illinois State Certified Firefighter II/Basic Operations Firefighter (BOF)(FF 2)
• Hazardous Material (HazMat) Ops
• Must provide proof of a valid (unexpired) Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) at the time of the interview
• Emergency Medical Technician B (EMT-B)
• Illinois State Certified Hazardous Materials Operations Level
• National Incident Management Systems (NIMS), ICS 100-200-700-800
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License and Real ID (either CDL or non-CDL, Class B)
• Employment is contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer Firefighter Medical physical

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Confined Space Operations certification
• Rope Operations certification
• Fire Apparatus Engineer (F.A.E.) certification
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, along with the ability to interact with others in a courteous, professional manner.
• Experience with computer-based programs
• Hazardous Material (HazMat) Technician
• Must be able to abide by the Union Contract as necessary and required
• Must be able to work overtime/mandatory overtime when asked
• Other duties as assigned.
• Contributes effectively within a diverse workforce and upholds Fermilab’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Physical Activity and Work Conditions
Human Factors: Heavy Lifting, Heights, Mental Concentration, Sitting, Standing, Tight Work Schedules, Work Outdoors

• Ability to lift in excess of 50 pounds
• Repetitive lifting of moderate weight.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, stand for up to 4 hours per day.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional overtime on short notice in response to operational and emergency requirements.
• Ability to crawl.
• Ability to work from ladders and elevated platforms.
• Ability to legally operate cars and trucks.

Physical Factors: Confined space, Cryogens, Dry Environment, Ionizing Radiation, Oxygen Deficiency Hazard

• Ability to meet Oxygen Deficiency Hazard (ODH) and radiation worker requirements
• Ability to work with epoxies, solvents, glues, and other chemicals
• Ability to become radiation certified.

Chemical Factors: Dust, Epoxies, Lead, Welding Personal Protection Equipment: Eye/Face/Foot/Hand Protection, Respirators Biological Factors: Insects, Poisonous Plants

Work Arrangement:
Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final.

• Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:
Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Short and Long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Onsite day care

Why Fermilab:
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive, and drug-free work environment. As part of the hiring process, candidates must successfully complete a background check and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

REAL-ID Requirement for access to Fermilab Campus
Fermilab requires all members of the public to produce a REAL-ID, or equivalent, to access the Fermilab Campus for interviews or career events. A list of acceptable forms of ID can be found here: https://get-connected.fnal.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/REALID-Documents.pdf. If a candidate is selected for an interview but does not possess any of the equivalent documents, we may schedule a virtual interview.

What To Expect Next:
We’ll be in touch! If your qualifications are in alignment with the position requirements, one of our recruiters will be reaching out to schedule a phone interview to learn more about your career interests and goals. In the meantime, we encourage you to check us out on Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, or our About Us page.