Wildland Fire Crewmember (SO)

Responsibilities

• Hiking on rigorous terrain to establish project perimeters, marking trees and locating access points.
• Using chainsaws, log chokers, chains, ropes and a variety of hand tools to conduct fuels management operations.
• Operating, transporting, maintaining and troubleshooting machinery including, but not limited to skid steer, woodchipper, trailers and Type 6 engine.
• Actively engaged in risk mitigation and prescribed fire project work.
• Hiking on rigorous terrain to scout fires, safety zones, escape routes, hazards and establish fire line locations.
• Using chainsaws, hand tools for establishing control lines.
• Driving, inspecting, maintaining and troubleshooting fire engines and other heavy equipment.
• Inspecting, using and maintaining water pumps for use in suppression.
• Performing firing and burnout operations under supervision.
• Participating within the incident management level commensurate with complexity.
• Works as a skilled member of a fuels management or engine crew executing fuels management, fire suppression, monitoring, and post-fire activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Required Ability to pass The Work Capacity Test (WCT-Pack Test) as a method for assessing an employee's fitness levels for fire qualifications.
• Arduous fitness (WCT-Pack Test) will consist of completing a three-mile hike, within 45 minutes, while carrying a 45-pound pack.
• Within 1 Year Of Hire National Wildland Fire Coordinating Group (NWCG): FFT2 and FAL3
• FEMA coursework including ICS-100, IS-700
• First Aid/CPR/AED/TCCC

Qualifications

Preferred: FFT1, FAL2

Skills

• Ability to operate and maintain various hand and power tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of fuels management techniques and prescribed fire practices.
• Experience with fire suppression and monitoring procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Salary Ranges from $25.19 to $37.78 per hour

Schedule

Work may include all hazard and emergency response activities.