Packer

Forest Service; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Service in Colorado is seeking a kit assembler responsible for packaging, assembling kits from NFES components, and handling loading and unloading of supplies within a National Forest.

The role emphasizes accurate inventories and refurbishing equipment to NFES standards, supporting field operations and disaster response as part of a federal team. Applications are open to the public with a deadline of 2026-11-12.

Responsibilities

• Collates, assembles, inventories, and build kits from individual components according to NFES standards.

Job description

This position is located within a National Forest. The incumbent is responsible for packaging, kit building, loading/unloading of supplies and equipment as well as repairing and refurbishing supplies and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Collates, assembles, inventories, and build kits from individual components according to National Fire Equipment System (NFES) standards.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Forest Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $24.86 – $24.86/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.