Airtanker Base Ops Specialist - Wildland Fire Aviation

United-States-Forest-Service; Chester (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Forest Service seeks a crewmember to support airtanker base operations within a National Forest fire crew. The role focuses on maintaining the airtanker base, aircraft ramp, facilities, vehicles and equipment to ensure firefighting readiness.

Qualifications include at least one year of specialized experience at GW-4 level or a 4-year degree in Fire Science (GW-5) or a combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-4 in federal service or related fields.
• Successful completion of a 4-year course of study in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or related fields qualifying for GW-5.
• A combination of education and experience may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Maintains airtanker base, aircraft ramp, facilities, vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Firefighting experience

Equipment servicing

Education

4-year degree in Fire Science or related field

Tools

Airtanker equipment maintenance

Job description

United States Forest Service seeks a crewmember to support airtanker base operations within a National Forest fire crew. The role focuses on maintaining the airtanker base, aircraft ramp, facilities, vehicles and equipment to ensure firefighting readiness.

Qualifications include at least one year of specialized experience at GW-4 level or a 4-year degree in Fire Science (GW-5) or a combination of education and experience.