Fire Lookout Technician – Field Forestry Scout

Forest Service (DOA); Alpine (AZ); Presencial; USD 20.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Forest Service, Alpine, AZ location, is seeking a Forestry Technician to operate a lookout station and report fire conditions. You will observe and record weather, smoke, and fire indicators, maintain equipment, and serve as a key contact during the fire season.

The role requires meeting GS-04 forestry qualifications with relevant experience or education and may involve some travel. The position is temporary and full-time, with location options across listed AZ sites.

Formación

• General and specialized experience in forestry-related duties.
• Related education as described in the GS-04 qualification standards.

Responsabilidades

• Locate observed smoke using standard fire finders and estimate fire size and location.
• Report azimuth, distance, location, and smoke characteristics by radio or telephone.
• Observe area for changes in weather and smoke; maintain lookout equipment and logs.
• Promote fire prevention through state/federal laws and procedures.

Descripción del empleo

U.S. Forest Service, Alpine, AZ location, is seeking a Forestry Technician to operate a lookout station and report fire conditions. You will observe and record weather, smoke, and fire indicators, maintain equipment, and serve as a key contact during the fire season.

The role requires meeting GS-04 forestry qualifications with relevant experience or education and may involve some travel. The position is temporary and full-time, with location options across listed AZ sites.