NEOGOV · 3 days ago
WILDLAND FIRE & RESOURCE TECH 2-3 / GANNETT GLACIER CREW - OVERHEAD (PCN 10-9833, +3)
Palmer, AK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$27.25/hr - $30.80/hr
0+ years expNEOGOV is recruiting for a Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 2/3 in Palmer, Alaska. This position involves fire suppression actions, supervision of firefighters, and participation in hazard fuels mitigation projects, contributing to effective fire management services in the region.
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Responsibilities
Duties include fire suppression actions, including:
Digging hand line and using power saws and water pumps
Maintaining fire gear readiness and working on hazard fuels mitigation projects
Provide daily supervision for 10-20 Firefighters on a Type II IA Crew
Perform as an Incident Commander during the initial attack of low complexity wildland fires, lead firing and holding operations on initial attack or extended attack fires, provide input on fire line placement, and provide thorough safety briefings for assigned firefighters
Ability and experience in instructing NWCG courses and willingness to develop and lead training in basic wildland fire principles
Qualification
Required
Six months of trainee or entry-level wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience
Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System
Twelve months of wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience, of which at least six months were at the developmental level (for Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 3)
Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational-technical school in forestry, fire science, or a closely related field may substitute for six months of general field experience
Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age
Applicant must pass the Work Capacity Test at the 'Arduous' level
Applicant must possess an Alaska driver's license
Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments
Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements
At the time of application, the applicant must attach the IQS Master Record/Red Card
At the time of the interview, provide a resume, three professional references, a valid driver's license, and a passport
This position requires frequent travel within Alaska and to the Lower 48 States, for periods of up to 30 days
This position requires commitment to long hours, sometimes in excess of 16 hours
This position requires the ability to work and live in remote, primitive locations
Applicants must submit proof of qualifications at the time of application
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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