Fee Land Special Projects Crew Member I (3) Positions

Yasama Nation; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the Fee Land Special Projects Crew. This role involves working in diverse forestry activities, from planting tree seedlings to participating in fire suppression efforts. Candidates will navigate challenging terrains and varying weather conditions, ensuring the health of the forest ecosystem. Join a team committed to sustainable forestry practices and contribute to the management of a vast natural resource area. If you thrive in outdoor settings and are passionate about environmental conservation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform manual labor under strenuous conditions.
• Basic knowledge of forestry principles and tree species.

Responsibilities

• Planting tree seedlings and pre-commercial thinning using chainsaws.
• Participate in fire suppression and maintenance of trails and facilities.

Skills

Chainsaw Operation

Field Data Collection

Fire Suppression Techniques

Basic Forestry Principles

First Aid Procedures

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Garmin GPS

GIS Technology

Job description

Announcement #

2025-127

Issue Date:

04-28-25

Closing Date:

05-09-25

Fee Land Special Projects Crew Member I (3) Three Positions

Tribal Forestry

Department of Natural Resources

Hourly Wage: $15.90/Temporary/Full-Time

Location: White Swan

Position functions under the Yakama Nation, Division of Natural Resources (DNR) Fee Land Program. The YN DNR in coordination with the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) is responsible for the management of 1.2-million-acre Yakama Reservation, which includes more than one-half million acres of timberlands, located along the Eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains.

The position requires the individual to work on a wide variety of forestry related activities within the boundaries of the Yakama Reservation. Projects will be of a highly technical nature and will require coordination with various forestry personnel and other natural resource disciplines. The incumbent is responsible for project development, implementation and monitoring of post-fire vegetation analysis and other forest development activities.

Incumbent will be involved with implementation of plans, including timber sales follow up activities such as planting, pre-commercial thinning, site preparation and prescribed burning. Incumbent will be involved with the design, implementation, and monitoring of these activities to ensure sustained yield forestry. Incumbent will be responsible to maintain eligibility for both fire suppression and participation in prescribed burns.

Examples of Work Performed:

Works in rough, steep forest terrain during various types of weather. Field conditions vary from hot and dusty in the summer to below-zero temperatures and deep snow in the winter. Driving on narrow, steep, hazardous roads will be required. Risks for bodily injury are above average; exercising safety precaution and staying alert will be constantly necessary, especially during periods of snow, rain, wildfire, or dust.

Operates as part of a field crew planting tree seedlings, pre-commercial thinning using chainsaws, assist with implementation of prescribed fire projects, timber harvest marking and timber sale layout, and on a variety of projects on reservation and within ceded territory.

Collects field data as necessary.

May Participate in fire suppression, pre-suppression, and fire-based site preparation activities, and may serve in an overhead position on large fires both at the Agency and off Reservation. Assist with maintenance of campground and picnic facilities. Collect and dispose of garbage, sanitation of toilets, maintain and repair signs. Collect, cut, and provide firewood for visitors. Maintain trail systems, foot paths and bridges, repair washout areas, and monitor for environmental damage. Coordinate fish plants in the area lakes. Maintain living quarters consisting of travel trailers.

Complete monthly narrative of daily duties.

Maintain vehicle and maintenance log monthly.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Operates as part of a field crew planting tree seedlings, pre-commercial thinning using chainsaws, assist with implementation of prescribed fire projects, and may participate in wildfire pre-suppression/suppression activities.

Basic knowledge of the Yakama forest, road system, and ability to understand basic forestry principles or have the ability to learn.

Knowledge of forest tree species, insect and disease conditions or the ability to understand those conditions.

Ability to work under strenuous conditions performing manual labor.

Ability to read maps to retrace general land office survey lines/relocate original bearing trees and corner monuments to establish sale boundary, ownership lines or property.

Ability to operate field equipment for navigation such as Garmin GPS, and compass; as well as utilize GIS technology, including both hardware and software use (Avenza, Collector, etc.).

Knowledge of first aid procedures, ability to organize and participate in search and rescue operations,

and ability to handle emergency life threatening situations.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be physically and mentally capable and willing to endure extended periods of work under a wide variety of environmental conditions and be in good physical condition, be able to ascend and descend steep topography through rough forest terrain.

Positions must pass the National Wildfire Coordinating Group national standards for arduous work level which includes a pack test, physical, and mandatory firefighting training.

Required to pass pre-employment background check.

Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.

Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred Requirements:

Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.