Wackenhut Services, Incorporated (WSI) is a world leader in providing high-end armed and unarmed security personnel, paramilitary protective forces, law enforcement officers, fire-rescue services, aviation operations and support, base operations and facility management, entry level and advanced training, and cleared personnel to government and selected commercial customers both domestically and internationally. For 45 years, WSI has been a leader in workforce development and training.

Wackenhut Services, LLC Fire and Emergency Service in Iraq is looking for Firefighters, Fire Officers and AC/Chief level candidates for our Iraq Fire Protection Program.

What is the Wackenhut Iraq Fire Protection Program?

Wackenhut Fire and Emergency Service in Iraq is the primary emergency response capability for 20 United States Department of Defense (DOD) sites. The start-up of 20 fire sites simultaneously represents the largest single fire and emergency services effort in a combat zone in over 30 years and quite possibly in modern times.

We are providing the DoD with a full service support program:

• Fire suppression
• Fire prevention
• Aircraft rescue and firefighting
• Technical rescue
• Hazardous materials
• Basic life support services


WSI (Wackenhut Services Incorporated) is looking for Firefighters who possess a sense of pride in what they do and are looking for an opportunity to be part of history in the making. The Fire Protection program is an opportunity to advance your career and join an elite group who have taken the next steps in protecting members of our Armed Services.

Life in Iraq is challenging and is not for all firefighters; however, for those who have what it takes to operate in a combat region, it can be one of the most personal and professionally rewarding experiences in a lifetime.

What do we offer?

Career Advancement

Salary ranges from $90,000 - $138,000 per year

Excellent benefits, to include medical insurance

Lodging and meals provided

Complete uniform and full turn out gear issued

Duty and housing on secure US military bases

Being a part of the history

 

Firefighter Requirements:

State Certified Firefighter Level I and Level II Certifications 

State Certified Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations Certification 

Current Paramedic, EMT or Medical First Responder certification

Minimum 3 years experience

Fire Officer opportunities are available in accordance with appropriate certifications and work experience.

Additional Requirements:

Background investigation, pre-employment drug screening, and physical agility tests are conducted

Will be subject to medical physicals and respiratory use approval

Valid driver's license

Valid passport by deployment date

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EOE M/F/D/V