Fire Chief – Wilmington Air Park

LGSTX Services is a company of exceptional people working together to grow our companies and strengthen our communities. We invest in opportunities that will impact everyone: our employees, our customers, and our communities.

We are seeking a Fire Chief for our ARFF operation at Wilmington Air Park.

The Chief directs ARFF response to emergency incidents including aircraft alerts and incidents.  Directs the planning and execution of 14 CFR Part 139 including exercises and events.  Ensure the application of current NFPA code and ARFF regulations as necessary to maintain the airports 14 CFR Part 139 certificates.  Ensures compliance with all federal, state, local fire, rescue, and life safety codes.  Develops departmental SOP’s/SOG’s, works with local Fire Departments and emergency response agencies to support the airport emergency response plan.  Responsible for training ARFF staff and maintaining records for each ARFF personnel as outlined in part 139.319.  Ensures ARFF apparatus/Equipment is in a ready state and required agent testing is conducted as outlined in part 139.319.  Must be self-motivated providing team work principles to ARFF employees.  Responsible for developing and annual budget. Orders equipment and supplies.  Prepares and administers performance reviews of ARFF personnel. Responsible for hiring, disciplinary action, promotes company policies and airport regulations. Ensure record keeping on Part 139. 315 thru 321.

Qualifications:

• Current Ohio FFII and EMT-B license with CPR card (Must maintain throughout employment). 
• 40hr ARFF School. 
• Five years in a leadership position in a full-time paid ARFF department at the level of Shift Captain or higher, includes Military.
• High School diploma or GED required.  Preferred associate degree in one of the following: Fire Science, Aviation Management, Applied Business. NIMS 700, 100, 200, and 300.
• Requires a valid Ohio Driver’s License with no DUI’s in the last 5 years.