NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1 - White Mountain Crewmember (PCNs 10-N17091-99)
Fairbanks, AK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24.93/hr - $24.93/hrNEOGOV is seeking multiple Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1s for the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection in Fairbanks, Alaska. The role involves wildland fire suppression, chainsaw operations, and maintaining readiness throughout the fire season while contributing to the protection of Alaska’s wilderness areas.
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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
Qualification
Required
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. An individual without an Alaska driver's license, who meets the minimum age and experience requirements, may apply for the vacancy. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon acquisition of an Alaska driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty
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; and handling hazardous materials
Some positions require a commercial driver license with appropriate endorsements
Current Red Card or IQS Master Training Record
Driver's license
Passport, if you have one
Fire qualification documentation
Benefits
Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
Long-term and short-term disability
Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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