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USAJOBS · 1 month ago

FORESTRY TECHNICIAN-Direct Hire Authority

Eglin AFB, Florida, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$34K/yr - $61K/yr

2+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Forestry Technician to serve in a key fire management position within the Department of the Air Force. The role involves supporting wildfire operations and implementing prescribed fires to protect valuable resources such as Air Force facilities and critical habitats.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Supports initial attach on wildfires and implementation of prescribed fires for protection of valuable resources including Air Force facilities, timber, recreation sites, critical habitat of flora and fauna and private property

Establishes priorities, allocates resources, and supervises the mobilization, demobilization and reassignment of wildland fire suppression and prescribed fire resources necessary to support current and anticipated initial attack and logistical support for operations within the local, geographic and national area

The technician performs fireline activities such as line construction, hose layout, operation of pumps and water handling accessories, breaking up of fuel concentrations by lopping and scattering brush, wood, etc., using hand and power tools, and holding/patrol/mop-up operations

Operates mobile firefighting equipment, e.g., tenders, engines, tractor/transports and all-terrain vehicles (ATV's). Technician is responsible for the safe operation of various pieces of firefighting equipment. Utilizes and maintain aerial fire ignition devices and equipment. Participates in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation of tools, equipment and vehicles used in fireline activities, with emphasis on those used in the particular function assigned

The technician may be required to perform other natural resource related tasks related to ecological monitoring as well as forest and/or wildlife management

Qualification

Wildfire suppressionPrescribed fire operationsNatural resource managementFirefighting equipment operationEmergency first aidCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

Males must be registered for Selective Service

Position may require an appropriate security clearance

Employee must maintain current certifications

Position may be subject to random drug testing

Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays

Shift work and emergency overtime may be required

All federal employees are required to have direct deposit

This position may require travel

This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection

Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position

Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period

At least two years experience in wildfire suppression and prescribed fire operations

Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management

Ability to work long hours out-of-doors under adverse environmental conditions to include, but not be limited to, heat, dust, smoke and cold

Must have seasonal experience. A season of experience is considered to be a period of no less than 3 months of continuous employment on a seasonal basis

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-01, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-04 or equivalent in the Federal Service

Specialized experience includes which includes forestry aid or technician work; engineering, range, or soil conservation technician work that involved the application of cultural, resource conservation, or land management practices on non forest or ranch lands when combined with knowledge of forestry operations and equipment; farming or ranching work that involved application of cultural and soil and water conservation practices, including safety and use of equipment, and that provided a basic understanding of land use; forest or range fire control, prevention, or suppression work

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree (a) with major study in forestry, range management, agriculture, or a subject-matter field directly related to the position, or (b) that included at least 24 semester hours in any combination of courses such as those shown above for NJ-02/GS-5. No more than 6 semester hours in mathematics is creditable

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Expert knowledge regarding interagency dispatch procedures including the ability to manage resource orders and produce report using the Resource Ordering and Status System {ROSS)

Knowledge of principles, practices, techniques, and procedures of general natural resources management and biological sciences to effectively perform functions associated with wildland fire suppression

Knowledge of the policies, techniques and practices of wild land firefighting obtained through substantial service as a primary/rigorous firefighter of the Federal government or in a similar firefighting position outside the Federal government; knowledge of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders

Skill in operating communications equipment; and in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate); skill and ability to operate and maintain various types of equipment and vehicles used for fighting wildfire and carrying out prescribed burning operations

Ability to maintain good working relations; to communicate orally and in writing; and to lift and carry heavy loads

Ability to apply emergency first aid techniques