Amentum is seeking a Fire Lieutenant for the Las Vegas, NV area.

The Fire Lieutenant, reporting to the Fire Captain, and is responsible for administration and supervision of other firefighters when working at a fire scene for fire suppression, hazardous material response, rescue operations, medical services or other emergencies. He organizes and supervises the day-to-day tasks at the fire station, and provides training on safety procedures and fire equipment to firefighters and engineers. In the absence of the Captain, the Fire Lieutenant acts as Shift Supervisor and assumes the duties as officer in charge if first on scene of emergency.  Advises on shift Fire Captain of all activities occurring within the Fire Department and provides support and assistance as needed. Position is represented by a Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for daily log, emergency calls and reports, overtime and injury reports

• Direct the day-to-day operations of shift including care and maintenance of equipment and facilities, directing and participating in training exercises, making adjustments to crew assignments/vehicle assignments as needed.

• Conducts fire inspections, supervises shift inspections, assigns work projects and approves completed work. 

• Manage a preventive maintenance program for firefighting vehicles and equipment.

• Participates in training exercises and classroom lectures and prepares and conducts trainings for department, when assigned

• Responsible for cleanliness of station and maintenance of apparatus, tools, equipment and all other Fire Department property.

• Justify and present personnel, vehicle and equipment needs to the Fire Chief for consideration.

• Direct assigned crewmembers during all types of emergency situations. Monitors all injuries to personnel.

• Recommend new policies and procedures for approval.

• Protect and investigate evidence that may indicate the cause of fire and reports unusual circumstances to Fire Captain.

• Supervise and complete performance evaluations of Fire Fighters on assigned shift. May also give feedback on Fire Fighters who temporarily work on assigned shift.

• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent some college level course work is preferred plus, 1-3 years of progressively increasing experience and supervisory responsibility in a Fire Department. 
• Possess proficient management and personnel skills in fire department administration and effective communication, oral and written, with supervisors, peers and government representatives.
• Ability to lead, perform, and remain calm in the face of adversity and extreme conditions. 
• In addition to the knowledge, skills and experience of the Fire Fighter/EMT, the Fire Lieutenant must also possess the Fire Officer (1), according to the requirements and standards of NFPA 1020, current edition, within one year of appointment. 
• Experience in the following areas of Firefighting:  Ventilation, Interior firefighting (building and aircraft); Engine company operation; truck company operations; power tool selection and operation; Has-mat operation; ARFF vehicle operations; vehicle re-supply; Fire Station operations and personnel accountability. 
• Must have a valid state drivers license.
• Must be able to pass the agility test prior to start of position and yearly thereafter. 
• Position requires the ability to qualify for and maintain a Top-Secret government security clearance.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

This position will be exposed to products of fire to include heat, smoke, toxic fumes, and gasses.  Exposure will also include extreme environmental elements such as heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, and sun, etc. At times, work will be done in an office environment. Basic physical requirements include walking, bending, stooping, stretching, climbing, running, crawling, dragging, carrying, and lifting up to 100 pounds.  Must be able to perform job tasks at any place on the Aerial Ladder from minimal extension to full extension.  Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing a self-contained-breathing-apparatus (SCBA), with minimal loss of effectiveness and efficiency. Must be able to navigate tight turns, stairs, and enclosed spaces while wearing firefighting personal protective equipment to include SCBA.

Amentum’s Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Amentum is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to ensuring equitable treatment of all applicants and employees in all employment actions. Amentum encourages workplace collaboration, and makes employment decisions without regard to race, ethnicity, religion or religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation age, United States military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, ancestry, genetic information, disability (mental or physical), pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to state, local or host country law. Discrimination on the basis of any of those categories is expressly prohibited. This applies to disciplinary actions, performance assessments, layoffs, recalls, leaves of absence, educational opportunities, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Improper interference with the ability of Amentum employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.