Forestry Technician II, Wildland Senior Crewmember

Clackamas Fire District No. 1; Boring (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Clackamas Fire District No. 1 is seeking Forestry Technician II / Senior Crewmember to perform full-time, seasonal wildland firefighting duties during the fire season. Responsibilities include initial and extended attack, line construction, mop-up, and equipment operation under demanding conditions.

Qualifications emphasize FFT2 certification with FFT1/S-290, IQCS records, and a valid driver’s license. The role requires extreme physical stamina and the ability to work long shifts, with

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of Wildland firefighting experience with FFT2 certification.
• FFT1 and S-290 NWCG certifications required.
• IQCS Master Record or equivalent documentation must accompany certifications.
• Ability to pass Work Capacity Test ( arduous level ).
• Valid driver’s license, background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as experienced firefighter or squad leader on hand crews.
• Perform fire suppression and fuels management under harsh conditions.
• Operate and maintain firefighting tools and vehicles.
• Assist in pre-suppression readiness and post-fire activities.
• Conduct weather observations and support fire investigations as needed.
• Maintain safety inspections and equipment readiness.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Communication

Situational awareness

Safety mindset

Education

NWCG FFT2 certification

NWCG FFT1 course

S-290 Wildland Behavior

Job description

General Job information

Fighting wildland fire is extremely demanding both physically and emotionally. Wildland firefighting consists of long and stressful days of arduous work. Crewmembers are expected to participate in all aspects of fire suppression while we are on a fire assignment. These include initial attack, extended attack, fire line construction, hose lay operations, firing operations, and mop-up. When not on a fire assignment the crew participates in daily physical training, fire training, and other project work.

Additionally, the time commitment can be enormous, but the rewards are equally gratifying. Working upwards of 1000 to 1500 hours during the summer can be both satisfying and lucrative. It is important that applicants be able to commit to working these long hours for the duration of the Wildland fire season which typically lasts from late spring to early fall. If you are interested in obtaining a position on one of these crews you need to be a team player, self‑motivated, self‑disciplined, and a hard worker.

Overview

Forestry Technician II / Senior Crewmember - complete wildland firefighting activities included in preparedness, response, and mitigation/recovery of wildland fires and other natural and manmade disasters.

Distinguishing Features

Position at this level assists with the completion of the tasks outlined within the series concept. The work at this level is planned and facilitates the training needs of a Forestry Technician II. May direct, at the discretion of the Squad Boss or other supervisor, other crewmembers toward the accomplishment of tasks associated with forestry activities. This is a full time, seasonal position, not to exceed 18 pay periods in a 12-month period.

Job Duties

Duties include preparing for, responding to, and recovering from wildland fires by;

• Serves as an experienced firefighter or squad leader on a hand crew or other related fire suppression crews performing fire suppression and/or fuels management duties under the most adverse conditions of climate, fuels, and terrain.
• using hand tools or power equipment by cutting, scraping, digging, and chopping or burning out to remove flammable materials.
• Participate in mop‑up duties by scraping, digging, chopping, and applying water to remove heat. Operate and monitor firefighting vehicles in support of wildfire suppression.
• Complete pre-suppression/readiness duties such as road brushing, live‑fire training, water hole location, and develop knowledge of firefighting equipment, protection district; roads, topography, and landowners.
• Participate in post‑fire activities by identifying hazard trees, operating chainsaws, and brush removal equipment such as chippers, grinders, and masticators.
• Complete weather observations. Determine initial fire cause by protecting the origin, evidence collection, and witness identification, and determines the need for wildland fire investigators. Responsible for Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) suppression activities.
• Operate vehicles including cars, trucks, cache vans, ATVs, and fire engines. Operate fire engines, Type 6 (200 gallons) and larger (12,500-26,000 GVW). Complete safety inspections, submitting requests for maintenance, and maintain general upkeep to ensure all firefighting equipment is fire ready to support fire suppression activities.
• Assist in public outreach activities such as home shows, civic groups, fairs, and parades. Conducts fire patrol activities within the assigned geographic areas including contacts with recreationists and the public. Ensures proper posting of fire prevention signs and communicates general public education of fire prevention statutes and rules. Use portable and mobile radios.
• Complete landscape and fire effects repair activities such as mowing, weeding, pruning, spreading bark or rock using hand tools and power equipment. Complete building maintenance activities such as; minor repairs, roofing, painting, concrete work, and custodial duties.
• Responsible for vehicle maintenance activities such as fire readiness, daily safety inspections, fluid checks, wash and wax, fire engine inventories. Complete equipment maintenance by cleaning saws, pumps, and mowers; cleaning, inspecting, and sharpening hand tools such as Pulaski, shovel, and hazel hoe; cleaning and inspection of firefighting equipment such as hose and appliances. Complete vehicle inspection checklist.
• Participate in the coaching of experience‑based ongoing fire training for engine/hand crew. Complete fire report forms from gathered info, preliminary investigation reports, vehicle logs, and shift tickets. Purchase needed materials for approved projects.
• Maintain positive relationships with landowners, cooperators, and the public.

Skills

• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Provide information to supervisors, co‑workers, and subordinates by telephone, radio, in written form, e‑mail, or in person.
• Observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources.
• Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes. (not including computers or vehicles).

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of Wildland firefighting experience with Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) certification.
• Successfully completed all NWCG Requirements of Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) AND Successfully completed the additional training requirement of NWCG Course: Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290).
• In order to be considered for this position, copies of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training documents) which contain documented proof of the certification All supporting documentation must accompany certifications including course completion certificates, task book pages and incident evaluations if applicable.
• Successful applicants must take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the arduous level.
• Requires a valid driver’s license at the time of hire, successful passage of pre‑employment drug screening, and criminal background check.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid US Passport
• Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
• S212 saw certification, carded at the FAL2 level or above.
• NWCG ICT5 or higher
• Experience driving manual transmission.
• Other NWCG course completions that support the FFT1 position
• Other Specialized Experience:
  • Examples of specialized experience are: Patrolling areas of controlled fires to mop‑up by searching out and extinguishing any remaining burning material and/or Serving on a specialty crew (hotshot, helitack, engines, etc.) to suppress the full range of difficult and complex fires and/or Operating specialized fire suppression equipment such as portable pumps or drip torches.