Courtesy of Stennis International Airport ‘The MAA Flyer’
Effective March 1, Stennis International Airport’s Fire Department will be staffed and operated by Pro-Tec Fire Services. Pro-Tec, the largest private provider of Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) services in North America, has similar contracts with Trent Lott International Airport in Jackson County and Mobile’s airport, among many others. The Fire Department at Stennis Airport has been staffed by firefighters who are independently contracted to provide ARFF services.
“Our efforts couldn’t be possible without our mutual aid partners – Kiln Volunteer Fire Department, Diamondhead Fire Department and the Bay St. Louis Fire Department – which will continue forward under the new contract,” says Chanse Watson, Airport Director.
Stennis Airport tenants and transient pilots can expect superior service from Pro-Tec’s additional staffing and services, he states, noting, “Our published ARFF services will be provided 24/7/365 with increase in services provided as needed.”
These services will ensure the Airport remains competitive in the aviation market not only locally but in the region as well.
“Pro-Tec will respond to emergencies but also will become a familiar face to our customers,” Watson says. “The team will be assisting our office with conducting routine inspections of the airfield to ensure FAA compliance among other beneficial services to our airport community. It’s about safety, security and customer service.”
Watson says Pro-Tec aims to become part of the community.
“As the gateway to Hancock County and South Mississippi, we want to make sure that Stennis International Airport provides both a professional level of service and a positive experience for our customers,” he says.
Pro-Tec offers a UnitedHealthcare benefit which includes access to a large network of doctors and hospitals nationwide, covering a wide range of medical services like preventive care, physician visits, lab tests, emergency care, prescription drugs, mental health services, and more. UHC also offers convenient features like virtual visits and wellness programs.
Pro-Tec supports a work-life balance, encouraging employees to maintain a healthy balance between their professional and personal lives. We offer vacation and sick time benefits to provide employees with paid time off to rest, recharge, and take care of personal health needs. These benefits contribute to a healthier and more engaged workforce, offering flexibility and peace of mind for personal and health-related circumstances.
Pro-Tec offers a Flexible Spending Account that allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars for eligible medical, dental, vision and dependent care.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is offered to all employees and their legal dependents. It is a confidential short term counseling program that is provided at no cost and is available 24/7, 365 days per year. The purpose of an EAP is to assist you with personal, family, or work-related problems that impact your wellbeing.
Pro-Tec provides vision insurance through Delta Vision that covers eye exams, contact lenses, glasses, and discounts on services like laser vision correction.
A retirement savings plan is a financial account that allows individuals to save a portion of their income on a tax-advantaged basis to build funds for use during their retirement years through employer-sponsored plans like a 401(k), where contributions can be made pre-tax or post-tax depending on the plan type, with the goal of growing the money over time through investments to provide income in retirement.