Burn Crew Member

Pottawattamie County • Honey Creek, IA

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About The Position

The Burn Crew Member assists Natural Resource Technicians with management of assigned Pottawattamie County parks and properties in accordance with Conservation Board policies, state laws, and standard conservation practices. The position assists with all aspects of prescribed burns as part of a crew, including ignition, suppression, mop-up, monitoring, and fire-break preparation.

This is a day-hire-as-needed position. Hours may include holidays, evenings, and weekends. The position is headquartered at Hitchcock Nature Center and may work at Arrowhead Park, Narrows River Park, Hitchcock Nature Center, Botna Bend Park, Old Town Park, Farm Creek Public Wildlife Area, Crescent Wildlife Area, Pheasants Forever Habitat Area, Wheeler Grove Conservation Area, and other smaller areas. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• General knowledge of, or ability to learn, principles of conservation, wildlife and fish management, and natural resource preservation.
• General knowledge of, or ability to learn, the safe operation and maintenance of manual and power tools and equipment used for maintenance and repair tasks.
• General knowledge of routine maintenance and repair of equipment, grounds, and facilities.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees, civic organizations, and the public.
• General knowledge of, or ability to learn, identification of grasses, forbs, trees, and invasive species.
• General knowledge of, or ability to learn, chainsaw operation, tree felling, and related safety.
• Ability to work in extreme environments, including inclement weather, extreme temperatures, hazardous terrain, brambles, insects, and full sun.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor for extended periods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to become a certified wildland firefighter (S-130/190).
• Professionalism, good public relations, and time-management skills.
• Valid driver's license, maintained throughout employment, and a good driving record.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony in the past two years.

Nice To Haves

• CPR and basic first aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prescribed burns as part of a crew, including ignition, suppression, mop-up, monitoring, and fire-break preparation.
• Operate UTVs, trucks and trailers, fire-suppression equipment, and hand tools.
• Operate small-engine equipment, including chainsaws, brush cutters, grass knives, leaf blowers, and mowers.
• Assist Natural Resource Technicians with management of assigned County parks and properties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed