Forest Ranger I: Fire Prevention & Field Operations

State of Mississippi; Mississippi; Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

State of Mississippi is seeking Forest Ranger I in Sunflower County to join the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The role involves forest fire suppression duties, equipment maintenance, and firebreak construction across multiple counties in MS.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CDL within a year, and pass a fitness test plus pre-employment drug screening. This is a full-time, on-site position with annual salary ranges reflecting MS state pay scales.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; CDL and fitness exam within 90 days of employment.
• CDL must be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Pre-employment drug screening is required.

Responsabilités

• Serve as a forest fire suppression crew member in an assigned area.
• Assist with maintenance of firefighting equipment and supplies.
• Construct and maintain firebreaks to protect forests.
• Assist with timber marking, loading and unloading of firefighting equipment.
• Use hand tools to suppress fires and maintain work centers.

Connaissances

Ecological knowledge

Fire management

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Problem solving

Empathy

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Description du poste

State of Mississippi is seeking Forest Ranger I in Sunflower County to join the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The role involves forest fire suppression duties, equipment maintenance, and firebreak construction across multiple counties in MS.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CDL within a year, and pass a fitness test plus pre-employment drug screening. This is a full-time, on-site position with annual salary ranges reflecting MS state pay scales.