Firefighter/Paramedic – Emergency Response on Andros Island

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Firefighter/Paramedic to provide fire, rescue, and advanced medical support for the AUTEC community on Andros Island, Bahamas. The role involves protecting personnel, assets, and facilities on the AUTEC project while maintaining a high level of readiness.

Key responsibilities

• Perform structural and aircraft firefighting, rescue, and fire suppression using established techniques.
• Respond to medical emergencies and deliver Advanced Life Support in accordance with base clinic protocols.
• Handle hazardous materials incidents, including offensive and defensive containment.
• Operate watercraft to manage water‑borne POL spills, deploying booms and recovery equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections, maintenance, and testing of fire apparatus, hydrants, sprinkler systems, hoses, ladders, and related equipment.
• Carry out fire prevention inspections and other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Minimum five years experience as a firefighter and EMT‑Paramedic providing ALS.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government clearance.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lb, work in confined or smoke‑filled spaces, and wear SCBA.
• Willingness to reside in a remote location with limited medical facilities.

Required skills

• National Registry EMT‑Paramedic certification.
• DoD or IFSAC/ProBoard Firefighter I & II, Airport Firefighter, and HazMat Operations certifications.
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) proficiency.
• Self‑Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) operation.
• Watercraft operation for spill response.
• Fire apparatus inspection and maintenance.