Firefighter Driver Operator (Ambulance Support)

About the role

V2X is looking for a Firefighter Driver Operator to support WEXMAC in Kuwait, contingent on contract award. The role involves supporting the Advance Life Support EMT with emergency medical care and safely transporting patients to a hospital or clinic, while also performing fire department duties. Candidates must live in Kuwait and be authorized to work there.

Key responsibilities

• Support the paramedic with immediate care for critically ill and injured patients and transport them to the designated ambulance transfer point
• Provide pre-hospital emergency medical care for simple and multiple system injuries
• Maintain vehicles and equipment in a serviceable and ready condition
• Take part in continuing medical education and training, as instructor or student
• Communicate effectively in writing, verbally and over radio or telephone
• Operate fire department vehicles (engines, ladder trucks, specialized apparatus) and fire pumps, including hydraulic calculations and aerial device deployment
• Perform apparatus inspections and comply with rules and standard operating procedures
• Staff the Fire Alarm Communications Center and receive emergency calls when assigned

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
• At least two years of experience in an emergency health care setting and on an emergency response ambulance
• Eligible to obtain and maintain Installation Access
• NREMT or state EMT certification (preferred), plus CPR/BLS/AED, Firefighter I and II, and hazardous materials certification
• Fluent reading, writing and speaking of English
• Able to obtain a host nation driver's license
• Ability to lift and carry at least 45 lbs and help move patients over 100 lbs

Required skills

• CPR/BLS/AED and NREMT or state EMT certification
• Firefighting and emergency service experience (5 years stated)
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)