Forest Fire Equipment Operator-FFEO
About The Position
The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NCFS provides services to all 100 counties in North Carolina. This position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a bulldozer, hauling unit, and other heavy equipment used in wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, prescribed burning, and forestation. Performs minor equipment repairs and assists district mechanic with major repairs. May assist with information and education programs, a variety of forest management activities or other tasks. Responds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters. Participates on incident management teams as assigned.
Requirements
- Ability to maintain heavy equipment such as bulldozer, motor grader, or excavator.
- Ability to operate a truck tractor with low boy trailer over the road in a variety of driving conditions.
- Skilled in performing minor equipment repairs.
- Ability to work independently or as a team player.
- Must be a self-starter, service oriented and work cooperatively with others.
- High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years of heavy equipment operation experience.
- Completion of NC FFEO training schedule within two years of hire.
- Possession of a current North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License on hire date; OR possession of the North Carolina Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit and obtain the NC Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of the hire date.
- Job applicants must pass a drug screening test and possess a Medical Examiner's Certification (Medical Card) as a condition of a job offer and employment.
Nice To Haves
- If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.
Responsibilities
- Maintenance and operation of a bulldozer, hauling unit, and other heavy equipment used in wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, prescribed burning, and forestation.
- Performs minor equipment repairs and assists district mechanic with major repairs.
- May assist with information and education programs, a variety of forest management activities or other tasks.
- Responds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters.
- Participates on incident management teams as assigned.
Benefits
- Official NCFS uniforms provided by employer.
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- Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
