Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1 (PCN 10-N17098 & N17099)

State of Alaska • Fairbanks, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, White Mountain Crew, is recruiting for two Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1s in Fairbanks, Alaska. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. The mission of the Division of Forestry is to develop, conserve, and enhance Alaska’s forests to provide a sustainable supply of forest resources for Alaskans. White Mountain Fire Crew contributes to this mission by helping to protect Alaska’s wilderness areas, homes, and businesses from wildfires. White Mountain also works to build a strong, cohesive crew by providing hands-on training and helping crew members gain greater knowledge, skills, and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Must be eighteen years of age
• Applicant must be able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level as defined in Federal Publication PMS 307, Work Capacity Test Administrator' Guide. This test requires that the applicant complete a 3-mile hike carrying a 45-pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less.
• Must possess an Alaska driver's license.
• Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments
• Must be on stand-by or recall status during the fire season
• Must be available for assignments in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days
• Must fly in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters
• Handling hazardous materials
• Some positions require a commercial driver license with appropriate endorsements.
• Current Red Card or IQS Master Training Record
• Driver’s license (at time of interview)
• Fire qualification documentation (at time of interview)
• Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of fire management, including the characteristics, behavior, and ecology of fire; methodologies, strategies, and equipment used in prescribed fires; fire detection, prevention, and suppression strategies; and integration of fire with natural resource management.
• Knowledge of emergency management methods, such as first aid, rescue techniques, and threat assessments.
• Knowledge of military, weaponry, and intelligence operations; public safety and security operations; occupational health and safety; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, and property.
• Must have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

Nice To Haves

• Passport, if you have one (at time of interview)

Responsibilities

• Wildland fire suppression
• Chainsaw operations
• Water pump operations
• Burnout and backfiring
• Line digging
• Safely working with and around fire mitigation equipment
• Pile burning
• Felling and removing hazardous trees
• Guiding lower-level technicians
• Maintain readiness and remain available throughout the fire season
• Travel within Alaska and in other states
• Live and work in remote locations
• Work will be carried out across all terrain and weather conditions

Benefits

• Opportunities to broaden your experience as a firefighter by working with various fuel types and in diverse environments across Alaska and the Lower 48.
• Training and other opportunities for career advancement and development.

What This Job Offers

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