Community Risk Reduction Technician

Kcfd1; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Personal leave

Job summary

Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) in Oregon seeks a Community Risk Reduction Technician for hands-on work to reduce wildfire risk. You will conduct defensible-space assessments, support wood-chipper and trailer programs, and assist residents with mitigation projects while maintaining records.

This seasonal, grant-funded role offers active field work with 40 hours weekly, and requires a valid Oregon driver's license and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Valid Oregon driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certifications.
• Experience with defensible space, fuels management, or home ignition zone assessments.
• Knowledge of wildfire behavior and fuel-reduction strategies.
• Ability to work outdoors in physically demanding conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct defensible-space assessments.
• Perform vegetation removal, pruning, and fuel-reduction work.
• Support the District's wood-chipper and Community Risk Reduction trailer programs.
• Help residents identify and complete wildfire-mitigation projects.
• Assist with public education and community outreach.
• Maintain accurate records of Community Risk Reduction activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Tool operation

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Wildfire prevention

Community service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Oregon driver's license

Job description

Position Details

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Status: Grant-funded, seasonal position

Seasonal rotation: Three months working followed by two months off

Location: Based at Station 5

Actual start and end dates will depend on weather conditions and operational needs.

Benefits

As a seasonal employee, this position is eligible for:

• Sick leave: Eight hours accrued per month during active working months.
• Personal leave: Sixteen hours annually

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the DFM/Community Risk Reduction Coordinator, the Community Risk Reduction Technician performs hands‑on work to reduce hazardous fuel loads throughout the District. Responsibilities include conducting defensible‑space assessments, assisting with the District's Community Risk Reduction trailer and wood‑chipper programs, helping residents with wildfire‑mitigation projects, and maintaining accurate records.

The technician also represents the District at community events, supports public education, promotes wildfire preparedness, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Why Join KCFD1?

This position offers an opportunity to perform meaningful, hands‑on work that directly helps protect homes, neighborhoods, and community members from wildfire risk. You will work alongside KCFD1 personnel while gaining experience in community risk reduction, public education, and wildfire mitigation.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct defensible‑space assessments.
• Perform vegetation removal, pruning, and fuel‑reduction work.
• Support the District's wood‑chipper and Community Risk Reduction trailer programs.
• Help residents identify and complete wildfire‑mitigation projects.
• Assist with public education and community outreach.
• Maintain accurate records of Community Risk Reduction activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• The ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Comfort performing physically demanding work outdoors.
• Dependability, sound judgment, and the ability to work as part of a team.
• An interest in wildfire prevention and community service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Oregon driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800.
• Experience with defensible space, fuels management, home hardening, or home‑ignition‑zone assessments.
• Knowledge of risks associated with living in the wildland‑urban interface.
• Knowledge of wildfire behavior, fire prevention, and fuel‑reduction strategies.
• Other relevant work experience, education, or training related to community risk reduction.

Preferred qualifications are not required to apply.

Physical Requirements and Work Conditions

This position involves physically demanding indoor and outdoor work. Employees must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods, frequently lift up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift up to 50 pounds, and safely operate equipment such as chainsaws, weed eaters, and pruning tools while using required PPE. Duties may also involve climbing, balancing, kneeling, and crouching. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.

The position generally works eight hours per day, five days per week, for a total of 40 hours. The supervisor may authorize schedule variations. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required for special projects or community events, with advance notice provided when possible. Overtime pay or compensatory leave is provided for hours worked over 40 during the District's Sunday‑through‑Saturday workweek.

Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of handicap status in the admission, access to, treatment, or employment for its programs, or activities, whether funded by the District or by grants. Women, persons with disabilities, and minorities are encouraged to apply.

ADA/EEO STATEMENT

In accordance with federal and state laws, Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, KCDF1 will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.