OPS ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I - 37970641
About The Position
An opportunity is anticipated for a self-motivated, hard-working individual to fill an OPS Environmental Specialist (Fire Technician) position at the District 1 Administrative Office. This position will work independently and as part of a team in the field in remote locations. This position works with the Resource Management Team to accomplish annual prescribed fire management goals through assisting in all aspects of prescribed fire and fire line preparation. Effective communication and coordination of resource management objectives is required. This position includes safe operation of equipment and vehicles, such as a type 6 engine, tractors, skid steer, tree cutters, mowers, ATV/UTV, and chainsaws; operating, cleaning, servicing, and securing vehicles, equipment, and tools. Performs other related duties as required including but not limited to completing administrative tasks, participating in visitor services, maintenance tasks and projects, and park protection. Participates in prescribed burning and other resource management activities.
Requirements
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of mechanical repair work
- Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
- Knowledge of Florida’s natural and cultural resources
- Skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing
- Skill in filling out various reports such as timesheets and vehicles logs
- Skill in operating heavy equipment and tractors
- Skill in interpreting resources and park policies to visitors
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, holidays, and weekends
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement conditions
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
- Ability to accurately prepare reports
- Ability to read and follow a map
- Ability to work in remote and isolated locations
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to perform physical labor
- Ability to understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws, and regulations
- Ability to identify and investigate equipment problems
- Ability to operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment
- Ability to successfully meet position specific DRP Burn Standards for Prescribed Fire
- Ability to participate in field activities associated with the position
- Ability to pass annual work capacity test
- Valid Driver’s License
- Successful completion of moderate pack test. Prior to being hired, an applicant will be given a single opportunity to take and successfully complete a supervised moderate pack test at a date and location to be announced. Pack test requires applicants to complete a two-mile walk while carrying 25 lbs. in less than 30 minutes.
Nice To Haves
- Basic National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) training for prescribed fire (S130/190, I-100, S-131).
- A valid Commercial Drivers License
Responsibilities
- Assisting in all aspects of prescribed fire and fire line preparation
- Safe operation of equipment and vehicles, such as a type 6 engine, tractors, skid steer, tree cutters, mowers, ATV/UTV, and chainsaws
- Operating, cleaning, servicing, and securing vehicles, equipment, and tools
- Completing administrative tasks
- Participating in visitor services, maintenance tasks and projects, and park protection
- Participating in prescribed burning and other resource management activities
Benefits
- Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements).
- State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan, for more information, please visit Corebridge Financial).
- Flexible Spending Accounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
