Fire Crew Chief
Amentum is a integral leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability.
Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress.
Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.
Amentum is seeking a Fire Crew Chief to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia.
The Fire Crew Chief provides leadership, direction, and operational oversight to fire fighting personnel responsible for protecting life, property, and mission critical resources.
The position leads fire suppression, rescue, prevention, and emergency response activities supporting structural fires, aircraft emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and other fire related operations.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the lead crew member responsible for providing quality fire protection, emergency response, and resource protection support at assigned locations.
Lead and supervise firefighting personnel during structural, aircraft, hazardous materials, rescue, and emergency response operations.
Perform and direct fire suppression, rescue, prevention, and emergency response activities under the guidance of senior fire officers.
Direct and control firefoground operations, including fire attack, confinement, salvage, overhaul, ventilation, and rescue activities.
Provide leadership during emergency incidents by evaluating conditions, identifying risks, and selecting appropriate response strategies.
Ensure assigned firefighters, emergency vehicles, fire fighting equipment, and response systems are operational, inspected, and available for immediate deployment.
Assess emergency scenes, document initial conditions, and provide accurate information to supervisors for incident reporting and operational decision making.
Monitor crew performance and ensure personnel follow established firefighting procedures, safety requirements, and operational standards.
Provide first responder care and support emergency medical response activities as required.
Train, mentor, and provide guidance to assigned firefighters to enhance operational readiness and professional development.
Participate in the inspection, maintenance, and accountability of firefighting equipment, vehicles, facilities, and station grounds.
Address routine administrative and personnel matters and elevate issues to senior leadership.
Maintain accurate records,



reports, inspections, and documentation as required.
Support fire prevention activities, safety initiatives, training exercises, and emergency preparedness programs.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.
Required Qualifications
Minimum of six (6) years of professional fire service experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience leading firefighting crews and emergency response operations.
Ability to effectively communicate in English, both verbally and in writing, to interpret regulations, explain procedures, conduct training, and prepare reports.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and electronic reporting systems.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Strong leadership, decision making, problem solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively under stressful conditions and make timely decisions during emergency operations.
Ability to meet and maintain all contract medical, physical, deployment, and credentialing requirements.
Required Certifications:
Firefighter I and II Certification (DoD, IFSAC, or National Pro Board), Fire Officer I Certification, Fire Inspector I Certification, Fire Instructor I Certification, Hazardous Materials Operations Certifications, Hazardous Materials Incident Commander Certification, Airport Firefighter Certification
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
Must be able to speak, read, and comprehend English.
Preferred Qualifications
Associates degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline.




A valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Previous experience supporting Department of Defense, military installations, or government fire protection contracts.
Experience working in remote or overseas environments.
Experience leading Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting operations.
Experience supervising multicultural or multinational emergency response teams.
Preferred Certifications: First Responder Certification, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification, Additional emergency response, leadership, or specialty certifications as required by contract or assignment
Other Responsibilities
Safety:
Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment.
As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.
Quality:
Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction.
It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations.
Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts.
Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.
Procedure Compliance:
Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.
Working Environment
This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations.
Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain.
Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.
Physical Requirements
Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.
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