Firefighter Title 5 Hot
- Location
- Peoria, Illinois
- Wage
- Hourly
- Job ID
- 36216893116
- Posted
- 2026-8-5
Firefighter Title 5 job at Air National Guard in Peoria IL
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Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) TITLE 5 Position Description Number T6315000 and is part of the IL 182 AW National Guard.
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As FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) TITLE 5 GS-0081-6 you will serve as a firefighter assigned to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity structural and airfield firefighting and crash/rescue operations and assist in the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards.
Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:
- Drive firefighting vehicles to fire scenes using predetermined or alternate routes and position the vehicle considering wind water sources hazards and aircraft armament.
- Perform rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling large or complex aircraft carrying fuel weapons or hazardous cargo.
- Perform standby duty during aircraft refueling maintenance operations welding or burning on fueled or armed aircraft.
- Perform rescue of personnel and provide first aid measures including CPR bleeding control obstruction removal and patient stabilization for transport.
- Determine proper pressures number of lines and relay requirements to the booster pumper during structural or aircraft firefighting operations.
- Operate hoses ladders and hydrants to control and extinguish structural fires in industrial research or large facility environments.
- Maintain firefighting equipment and perform functional tests inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Perform pre-fire planning by physically going through structures to identify layouts fire hazards and locations of fixed fire protection systems.
- Comply with and ensure adherence to federal state and local fire protection safety and environmental codes and ordinances.
- Use required safety equipment and clothing appropriately and ensure proper fit to enhance overall workplace safety.
- Study field maps to remain familiar with ground areas structural locations and potential hazard environments.
- Perform housekeeping duties facility maintenance and equipment upkeep associated with assigned fire station areas.
- Perform functional tests and inspections on firefighting equipment and station facilities to ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Prepare reports related to fire runs training equipment maintenance inspections and other fire department operations.
- Participate in practice drills and training classes to ensure crew proficiency in firefighting techniques and equipment use.
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Conditions of employment
- IAW the Fair Chance Act criminal history information may not be requested at initial application or interview. If an OF-306 is submitted prior to a conditional offer background questions may not be asked.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as conditions of employment.
- This position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment. Individuals convicted of a qualifying misdemeanor crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment is subject to a suitability determination based on a background investigation and the ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Drug testing may be required in accordance with Department of Defense policies.
- May be required to successfully complete trial period.
- Maximum entry age is 37. Exceptions and reentry provisions apply in accordance with DoDI 1400.25 Volume 336.
- Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program.
- Must meet and maintain medical standards for Fire and Emergency Services personnel in accordance with OPM GS-0081 and Department of Defense occupational medical requirements.
- This position is FLSA Non-Exempt. Overtime pay is determined in accordance with Fair Labor Standards Act provisions applicable to firefighters.
- Required to work a 24-hour shift schedule which may include up to a 72-hour workweek (144-hour pay period). Tour of duty is subject to change and may require recall.
- Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license and be able to operate emergency vehicles as required.
- May be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center participate on HAZMAT teams and operate aircraft arresting barrier equipment as mission-required.
- Must possess and maintain required DoD Fire and Emergency Services certifications or IFSAC/Pro Board equivalents applicable to the position.
- Position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be required to perform duties during emergencies or disaster declarations not to exceed authorized limits.
- Position is covered under special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters under FERS or CSRS as applicable. Coverage may be retroactive to the effective date of the personnel action.
- This position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program (PPP). DD Form 3145-2 Checklist (
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position Title 5 Excepted Service will be in the following manner and sequence:
- The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be candidates who match through the Priority Placement Program (PPP).
- The SECOND area of consideration will be Veterans Preference (VP) eligible.
- The THIRD area of consideration will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.
- The FOURTH area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees.
- The FIFTH area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible.
- The SIXTH area of consideration will be U.S. Citizens.
REENTRY INTO A COVERED POSITION (excerpt from DoDI 1400.25)
Individuals who are past the maximum entry age limit of 37 but who previously served in a covered primary position may be reinstated to a covered primary position only if they:
- Meet the applicable qualification requirements for the position.
- Will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a firefighter or law enforcement officer by the last day of the month in which they become age 57.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- Firefighter I II
- Hazmat Operations (includes Hazmat Awareness)
- Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
- Apparatus Driver Operator - Pumper
- Apparatus Driver Operator - Mobile Water Supply
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community student social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement to assist with describing work experiences; however resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed giving dates (months and years) of the experience position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.
Additional information
- If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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