Forest Fire Equipment Operator

Ncagr; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Forest Service in North Carolina is seeking a Forest Fire Equipment Operator (S) to maintain and operate heavy equipment for wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, and forest management tasks. The role requires CDL and the ability to travel and work overtime during emergencies.

Work hours are typically 8-5 Monday to Friday with potential evening/weekend shifts; overnight travel is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with two years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Completion of NC FFEO training within two years of hire.
• Possession of NC CDL on hire date or permit with 90 days to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate heavy equipment such as bulldozer, motor grader, or excavator.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and assist with major repairs.
• Operate a truck tractor with low-boy trailer over roads in various conditions.
• Respond to emergencies, wildland fires, and natural disasters; participate on incident management teams.

Skills

Heavy equipment

Bulldozer operation

Low-boy trailer

Equipment repairs

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years heavy equipment experience

Tools

CDL

Job description

## Forest Fire Equipment OperatorApplylocations: Montgomery County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: August 27, 2026 (11 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-121776**Agency**Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services**Division**North Carolina Forest Service**Job Classification Title**Forest Fire Equipment Operator (S)**Position Number**60031876**Grade**NC07**About Us**The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.**Description of Work**Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above. The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NCFS provides services to all 100 counties in North Carolina. This position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a bulldozer, hauling unit, and other heavy equipment used in wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, prescribed burning, and forestation. Performs minor equipment repairs and assists district mechanic with major repairs. May assist with information and education programs, a variety of forest management activities or other tasks. Responds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters. Participates on incident management teams as assigned. Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response. Overnight travel will be required. Residency requirements discussed at time of interview. Duty Station Location: 897 NC Hwy 109, Troy, NC 27371 Official NCFS uniforms provided by employer. \*\* 13 speed hauling unit Driving evaluation will be given the day of the interview \*\* Crawler Proficiency evaluation will be given the day of the interview Pre-employment mandatory drug testing required.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408* Ability to maintain heavy equipment such as bulldozer, motor grader, or excavator.* Ability to operate a truck tractor with low boy trailer over the road in a variety of driving conditions.* Skilled in performing minor equipment repairs.* Ability to work independently or as a team player.* Must be a self-starter, service oriented and work cooperatively with others.Click Here to Learn more about State Employee Benefits.**Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.** Please follow the instructions to apply online. **It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.**Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22. All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position. \* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. \* Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.**Minimum Education and Experience**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years of heavy equipment operation experience.Necessary Special Requirement:Completion of NC FFEO training schedule within two years of hire.Possession of a current North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License on hire date; OR possession of the North Carolina Commercial Driver Learner’s Permit and obtain the NC Commercial Driver’s License within 90 days of the hire date.Job applicants must pass a drug screening test and possess a Medical Examiner's Certification (Medical Card) as a condition of a job offer and employment.