Forest Fire Detection Technician

United-States-Forest-Service; Adin (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Forest Service seeks a Fire Detection position to support district fire suppression personnel by providing timely fire observation and data collection. The successful candidate will meet the GS-5 qualification standards described in the Federal General Schedule and provide transcripts or documentation as required.

Applicants should show one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4, or a relevant bachelor's degree or higher with forestry, range management, or related

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4, or
• a bachelor's degree or 4 years of education with forestry-related majors, or related field
• transcripts or course descriptions may be required for qualifications

Responsibilities

• Provide fire detection services to district fire suppression personnel.
• Maintain records, log books and lookout data where applicable.
• Relay fire and administrative information to dispatchers and officials.

Skills

Specialized experience

Record keeping

Education

Bachelor's degree in forestry or related field

Job description

The United States Forest Service seeks a Fire Detection position to support district fire suppression personnel by providing timely fire observation and data collection. The successful candidate will meet the GS-5 qualification standards described in the Federal General Schedule and provide transcripts or documentation as required.

Applicants should show one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4, or a relevant bachelor's degree or higher with forestry, range management, or related