NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 3 - White Mountain Lead Crewmember - Non-Perm (PCN 10-N17083)
Fairbanks, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$31.72/hr - $31.72/hr
1+ years expNEOGOV is part of the State of Alaska's Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, and they are seeking a Non-permanent Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 3 in Fairbanks, Alaska. This role involves leading a 20-person hand crew, focusing on wildland fire suppression and management, while also providing training and guidance to less experienced firefighters.
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Responsibilities
Wildland fire suppression
Chainsaw operations
Water pump operations
Burnout and backfiring
Line digging
Safely working with and around fire mitigation equipment
Pile burning
Felling and removing hazardous trees
Guiding lower-level technicians
Maintain readiness and be available throughout the fire season
Provide direction and supervision for less experienced firefighters
Qualification
Required
Twelve months of wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience, of which at least six months was at the developmental level
The required developmental experience is met by service as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer
Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System
Applicant must be at least eighteen years of age
Applicant must be able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the 'Arduous' level as defined in Federal Publication PMS 307, Work Capacity Test Administrator' Guide
Applicant must possess an Alaska driver's license
Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments
Must be available for assignments in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days
Flying in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, and handling hazardous materials
Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements
Current Red Card or IQS Master Training Record
Copy of any college transcripts if substituting education for fire experience
Driver's license
Passport, if you have one
Two to three professional references, including name, email, and phone number
Fire qualification documentation not previously shared
Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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