Massachusetts Port Authority
Firefighter / EMT Trainee
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Job Description
- Req#: 4818217
- Operate emergency response vehicles, equipment, and life safety tools to protect, rescue, and recover victims in various environments, including aircraft, water, tunnels, and confined spaces.
- Assist with marine rescue operations by operating high-speed rescue boats, fireboats, and other water-based emergency response equipment.
- Monitor airfield activity, dispatch emergency services, and ensure clear communication with on-duty personnel, mutual aid partners, and emergency response teams.
- Conduct hazard mitigation efforts, enforce safety regulations, and participate in counter-terrorism activities to reduce risks to people, property, and the environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent, along with Firefighter II Certification per NFPA Standard 1001.
- 3+ years’ experience in airport, municipal, or military fire/emergency services.
- Valid driver’s license unrestricted except for corrective lenses.
- Ability to successfully complete the Massport Fire-Rescue Recruit Training Program and pass a biannual wellness examination.
The Massachusetts Port Authority is Powering What’s Possible™ for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and being good neighbors, we achieve results that positively impact the people and businesses of New England.
Boston Logan International Airport serves as a vibrant gateway to New England and beyond, seamlessly connecting global travelers and ensuring the satisfaction of millions. Driven by a steadfast commitment to safety and security, environmental stewardship, convenience, and exceptional customer service, we take pride in fostering meaningful connections between people, cultures, and opportunities. Through innovative collaboration, embracing sustainability, and serving as an economic catalyst for our communities, we cultivate a thriving and welcoming hub that fuels the growth and prosperity of our region.
As a Firefighter/EMT Trainee (Bargaining Unit, Local S-2), you thrive in high-pressure environments, staying calm, focused, and ready to act when every second counts. You adapt to dynamic situations, assessing risks quickly and making sound decisions to protect lives and property. With a disciplined and proactive mindset, you commit to continuous training, ensuring expertise in fire suppression, emergency response, and hazard mitigation. Clear communication and teamwork come naturally, allowing you to collaborate seamlessly with colleagues and partner agencies. You uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service, always prepared to respond, adapt, and lead when it matters most.
What you will do:
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Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. Further, Massport is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and committed to workforce diversity and inclusivity.
What we believe in :
Work/life balance Supporting the people and businesses of New England A supportive and inclusive culture Achieving results and having positive impact Opportunities for growth Being good neighbors in the communities we serve Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment Protecting the environment * Click here for information on our comprehensive compensation and benefits packages .
About the company
Massachusetts Port Authority is an American port authority in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
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