Forestry Strike Team Member

Larimer County; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Larimer County seeks a Crew Leader Sawyer to perform wildfire mitigation, environmental restoration, and landscape maintenance. You will operate light equipment and engage with communities to promote services and build relationships with residents, businesses, and agencies.

The role requires S-212 Faller A by the date of hire; Wilderness First Aid preferred; a valid driver's license is required. The position is temporary with a daytime schedule (8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday), and

Qualifications

• Must have S-212 Faller A by date of hire; B level preferred.
• Wilderness First Aid certification preferred; basic first aid required.
• Valid driver’s license required by date of hire.
• Ability to work safely in outdoor environments and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform wildfire mitigation and environmental restoration tasks.
• Operate light equipment such as chainsaws and chippers safely.
• Engage with communities at events and build relationships with residents and agencies.
• Complete logs, incident reports, and required documentation.
• Drive multi-passenger vehicle and trailer as needed.

Skills

S-212 Faller A certification

Driver's license

Wilderness First Aid

Safety practices

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaw operation

Brush chipper operation

Wood splitter operation

Vehicle operation

Job description

Crew member performing wildfire mitigation and education projects, environmental restoration, and landscape maintenance. Responsible for ensuring safety and compliance, and representing the program through community outreach and public education initiatives.

The anticipated schedule is 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing wildfire mitigation and environmental restoration.
• Operating light equipment, including chainsaws, brush chippers, wood splitters, etc.
• Participating in community events, meeting, and programs promoting services and building relationships with residents, businesses, and other agencies.
• Completing logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Driving a multi-passenger vehicle and trailer.

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Forestry~Sawyer_Crew_Lead_TEMP.

What we’re looking for:

• Certification as an S-212 Faller A by date of hire, Faller B preferred.
• First Aid Certification by date of hire, Wilderness First Aid preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver’s License by date of hire.
• Knowledge, skills, and experience with safe work practices, and conservation techniques.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Experience working in a team environment among a diverse group.

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification preferred.
• Certification as a S212 (Wildland Chainsaw Certification) Feller A required by date of hire; S212 Feller B Certification preferred.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Benefits

• For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.