Firefighter Type 2/1 Crewmember FULL TIME

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

POSITION TITLE: Firefighter Type 2/1 Crewmember     CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Preparedness Resources Department

SUPERVISOR: Captain/Engine Boss 

GRADE: NE10 $19.36 ($40,269) - $29.04 ($60,403)

NE11 $21.06 ($43,805) - $31.99 ($65,707

Position Summary:

Under direct supervision the Firefighter Type 2 Crewmember serves as an entry level member of a fire suppression / hazardous fuels management crew and performs related duties as assigned. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

· Establishes and maintain the physical fitness level necessary to effectively perform hard physical labor for extended periods under adverse climate, fuel and terrain conditions.

· Obtains briefing from supervisor.

· Performs wildland fire and prescribed fire duties including suppression, preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop-up.

· Performs hand crew duties including packing in equipment, and tools to an incident / work site.

· Performs engine operations duties including running the pump, deploying hose-lays, completing preventative engine maintenance checks, and effectively using water and water additives.

· Performs portable pump operator duties such as pump site set-up, and operations.

· Support chainsaw operators.

· Applies knowledge of fuels, terrain, weather, and fire behavior to decisions and actions.

· Uses and properly maintain personal protective equipment (PPE).

· Uses standard firefighting tools such as Pulaski, shovels, McLeod, chainsaws, drip torches, etc.

· Follows crew Standard Operating Procedures.

· Ensures proper refurbished tools, equipment, and supplies are placed on the engine.

· Models leadership values and principles, provide positive influence, emphasize teamwork.

· Acquires, analyze, and use relevant situational information to make more informed decisions and take appropriate actions.

· Adjusts actions based on changing information and evolving situation awareness.

· Communicates changing conditions to supervisor.

· Looks, listens, and learns; ask questions, and ensure you understand instructions when they are given.

· Be a student of fire; observe interactions and operations to expand experience level.

· Works independently or as a skilled member of a fire suppression and/or a fuels management crew. Which may include hand piling, pile burning, broadcast burning, and other brush removal techniques.

· Uses a variety of hand tools and power tools, including chainsaws, firing devices, and /or portable pumps. 

· Gathers data and records information on fuel types, weather conditions, fire behavior, and status of work accomplished.

· Responsible for observing the rules of fire safety and fire behavior while on the fire line.

· Serves as a member of a fire crew assigned to suppress the full range of wildland fires, independently performing recurring fire suppression duties.

· Performs assignments as a wildland firefighter in developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices and terminology.

· May work in and around aircraft such as helicopters and must be able to observe all safety regulations. 

· Searches out and extinguishes burning materials by moving dirt, applying water by hose or back pack pump, etc. Chops brush, fell small trees, and move vegetation and dirt to construct fire line using various hand tools, and power equipment, which may including chippers, portable pumps, and other equipment to control the spread of wildfire.

· Patrols fire line to locate and extinguish hotspots that may be threatening the established fire line.

· Cleans, reconditions, and properly stores fire tools and equipment.

· May assist trained personnel in more specialized assignments.

· Participates in fire and safety training, as well as training on techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression tactics and in the safe and efficient use of tools, equipment and vehicles used in fire line activities.

· Participates in crew proficiency checks and drills. Participates in safety sessions and after action reviews.

· Ensures own and others welfare and safety in all aspects of the assignments.

· Represents the agency with dignity, integrity, and spirit of cooperation in all relationships. 

Minimum Qualifications:

NE10

· High School Diploma or GED and/or one year experience performing manual labor or work that requires physical labor; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, pass an arduous pack test (annually).

· S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-3 qualification or able to obtain certification within 6 months of employment

· Basic first aid and CPR certified or able to obtained within 6 months of employment.

· OSHA (10 hours) certification or able to obtained within 1 year of employment. 

· National Incident Management System (NIMS) compliant, with completion certificates from Incident Command System (ICS) 100, 200, 700, & 800 or must obtain within 1 year of employment.

· Preference will be given to Qualified Native American Indians.

NE11

· High school diploma or equivalent (GED), with two (2) or more seasons of wildland fire, and / or fuels management experience or equivalent combination of relevant higher education and experience. 

· Able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, pass an arduous pack test (annually).

· S-212, Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-3 qualification

· S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter Certification.

· S-190- Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior Certification.

· S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior Certification.

· OSHA (10 hours) Certification.

· Basic First Aid and CPR Certification.

· National Incident Management System (NIMS) Compliant, with completion certifications from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.

· Valid state Class “C” Driver’s License.

· Valid state Class “B” with “F” Endorsement (within 1 year of employment)

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:

· Ability to learn fire behavior, control techniques, and fire line terminology.

· Able to understand policies and procedures of the Washoe Tribe Fire Department.

· Knowledgeable of the geography of the area including major streets, and landmarks.

· Skilled in fuels reduction and wildland firefighting methods, tools, and equipment.

· Knowledge of basic tree, brush, and vegetation identification.

· Able to properly prepare reports and record maintenance.

· Able to complete fire suppression related classes / courses to further career path.

· Knowledge of firefighting tools, and equipment.

· Skilled in the use of power and hand tools.

· Able to use two-way radio communication.

· Able to perform a variety of fuels reduction and wildland firefighting assignments.

· Skilled in  fire line construction.

· Able to analyze situations quickly and reach logical conclusions in emergencies.

· Knowledge of basic arithmetic, including the use of whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions.

· Able to read and follow street and wilderness maps.

· Able to exercise good judgement, safe work practices, and emotional control under stressful situations.

· Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands:

· Work hours will normally involve 40-hour work weeks, may be variable and may include overnight shifts, weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.

· Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and carry heavy loads on cluttered and inconsistent surfaces, uneven terrain or on steep slopes varying from 30% to 90%.

· Ability to perform sustained and vigorous activities in a variety of environmental conditions.

· This position requires frequent lifting up to 65 lbs. unassisted, and occasional assisting with team lifting up to 200 lbs.

Work Environment:

· Work is subject to performance under prolonged adverse environmental and weather conditions.

· Individual may be subject to extreme heat or cold, changing weather conditions, large moving objects, with heavy equipment, hazardous materials, uneven ground, flying debris, and excessive noise. 

· Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, dust masks, gloves, protective face shields, thick clothing and/or hardhats are needed may arise. 

· Tight time constraints and multiple competing priorities are common. 

· Travel may be required.

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California requires a background check of each new hire for employment purposes. Therefore, all conditionally offered positions will be subject to the following:

· Negative alcohol and drug screen.

· Meet requirements of Public Law 101-630.

· Obtain or possess a valid driver’s license for either the state of Nevada or California within 30 days.

· Must be insurable under the Washoe Tribe’s driving policy. 

· Preference will be given to Qualified Native American Indians.