Airtanker Base Ramp Manager — Wildland Fire

United-States-Forest-Service; Hereford (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Forest Service seeks a qualified individual to serve as an Airtanker Base Ramp Manager. This role supports firefighting operations by coordinating ramp activities and air movements, and ensuring safety on the airfield.

Responsibilities include retardant mixing and loading into airtankers, plus maintaining base facilities, vehicles, and equipment to support critical wildland fire response efforts.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-05 is required.
• Volunteer work and prior federal experience can be credited.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Airtanker Base Ramp Manager.
• May include retardant mixing, loading into aircraft, and ramp activities including aircraft movement and safety.
• Maintains airtanker base facilities, vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Specialized experience

Job description

United States Forest Service seeks a qualified individual to serve as an Airtanker Base Ramp Manager. This role supports firefighting operations by coordinating ramp activities and air movements, and ensuring safety on the airfield.

Responsibilities include retardant mixing and loading into airtankers, plus maintaining base facilities, vehicles, and equipment to support critical wildland fire response efforts.