Captain - Engine Boss

Washoe-Tribe-of-Nevada-; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 58,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California seeks a Captain - Engine Boss to lead and supervise a wildland firefighting crew, coordinate training, and maintain equipment readiness. The role requires planning, coordinating, and performing administrative duties while ensuring safety and adherence to fire behavior guidelines.

Responsibilities include incident response, tactics decisions, and supervising firefighting operations on the fire line, with opportunities to work around aircraft and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least four (4) years of fire suppression experience.
• NWCG Wildland Red Card certification.
• Valid state Class “B” driver’s license with “F” endorsement.
• First aid/CPR or higher certification.
• S-212 Wildland chainsaw certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs the assigned crew while on duty.
• Evaluates and counsels assigned personnel as needed.
• Inspects vehicles and equipment for operational readiness and coordinates maintenance.
• Inspects personnel and maintains discipline.
• Responds to incidents and makes decisions on fire suppression and tactics.
• Gathers information and reports to overhead resources.
• Supervises wildfire suppression duties and coordinates training.

Skills

Fire suppression experience

Leadership

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

S-212 Chainsaw certification

NWCG Red Card

Job description

Description

POSITION TITLE: Captain - Engine Boss

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Preparedness Resources Department

SUPERVISOR: Wildland Fire Battalion Chief

GRADE: NE14 $27.72 ($57,657.60) - $41.58 ($86,486.40)

Position Summary

Responsible for planning, coordinating, supervising, and conducting crew and inter-crew trainings, performs administrative duties. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises and directs the assigned crew while on duty.
• Evaluates and counsels assigned personnel as needed.
• Inspects vehicle(s) and equipment for operational readiness. Coordinates repair and/or replacement to maintain operational readiness.
• Inspects personnel and maintains discipline.
• Responds to incidents, makes decisions regarding fire suppression and tactics, relay’s pertinent information to crewmembers.
• Uses a variety of hand tools and power equipment such as chainsaws, firing devices, and or portable fire pumps.
• Documents and performs necessary follow-up on work-related injuries and exposures.
• Prepares and ensures timely and accurate maintenance on required reports and paperwork.
• Inspects and directs proper maintenance of station; ensures proper security of facilities.
• Responsible for observing the rules of fire safety, fire behavior, and situational awareness while on the fire line.
• Gathers information while on an incident, and reports to overhead resources.
• Supervises personnel assigned to suppress the full range of wildfires, independently performing recurring fire suppression duties.
• Coordinates and instructs personnel in wildfire suppression and tactics.
• May work in and around aircrafts such as helicopters and must be able to observe all safety regulations.
• Perform assignments as a wildland firefighter continually developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices and terminology.
• Performs basic maintenance and flow testing on fire hydrants.
• Patrol fire line to locate and extinguish hotspots and / or flare-ups that are threatening established fire line.
• Participate in crew proficiency checks and drills, safety sessions and fire / incident critiques.
• Contributes to the overall quality of the department’s service provision by developing and coordinating work teams and by reviewing and recommending improved policies and procedures.
• Represent the agency with dignity, integrity, and spirit of cooperation in all relationships.
• Coordinate training activities with other divisions, outside agencies, and general public, and coordinate instructional staff (career and volunteer,) facilities, records, reports.
• Development and delivery of instructional materials, evaluation tools / methods, and lesson plans for advanced or specialist classes.
• Disseminates “Lessons Learned” to other personnel to reduce incidents or accidents.
• May serve in a variety of positions while on an incident such as Incident Commander, Division / Group supervisor, or Task Force Leader etc. based on employee qualifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• At least four (4) years of fire suppression experience
• Desired training and experience determined by Fire Management Branch Director.
• Valid state Class “B” driver’s license with “F” endorsement.
• National Wildfire Coordination Group (NWCG) Wildland Red Card certification
• Valid first aid CPR or higher certification.
• S-212 Wildland fire power chainsaw certification.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications

• Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention methods and practices.
• Knowledge of fire equipment and apparatus operational limitations.
• Knowledge of fire department organization, utilization, capabilities and limitations.
• Skilled in operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and special devices and materials.
• Skilled in techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, at times in situations, which may be stressful.
• Able to respond quickly and effectively to changing situations under emergency conditions.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, using both oral and written forms.
• Able to use good judgement, maintain operational efficiency, and conduct command duties in a fair and impartial manner.
• Skilled in training others in policies, procedures, and related to work.
• Skilled in developing effective work teams and motivating personnel to meet goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of computer applications involving word processing, data entry and or standard report entry.

Physical Demands

• Work hours will normally involve 40-hour workweeks, 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.