Prescribed Fire Field Technician

Pottawattamie County; Honey Creek (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Pottawattamie County is seeking a day-hire worker to assist Natural Resource Technicians in managing county parks and properties, following Conservation Board policies and standard practices. The role supports prescribed burn activities and operates UTVs, trucks, and a range of maintenance tools.

Hours may include holidays, evenings, and weekends with headquarters at Hitchcock Nature Center. Strong teamwork, physical stamina, and a valid driver's license are required, and CPR/first aid

Qualifications

• General knowledge of and/or ability to learn principles of conservation and natural resource preservation.
• Ability to learn safe operation of power tools and equipment used in maintenance tasks.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor.
• Flexibility to work holidays, evenings, and weekends as needed.
• Good public relations and time management.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• The incumbent cannot have been convicted of a felony in the past 2 years.
• CPR and basic first aid certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management of county parks and properties as assigned.
• Implement prescribed burns as part of a crew, including ignition, suppression, mop up, monitoring, and fire break prep.
• Operate UTV, truck and trailer, fire suppression equipment, and hand tools.
• Operate small engine equipment including chainsaws, brush cutter, grass knives, leaf blowers, and mowers.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair to grounds, facilities, and equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and the public.
• Be willing to become a certified wildland firefighter (S-130/190).

Skills

Conservation knowledge

Wildlife management

Public relations

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Tools

UTV operation

Truck and trailer

Fire suppression equipment

Chainsaws

Brush cutter

Grass knives

Leaf blowers

Mowers

Small engine equipment

Job description

Pottawattamie County is seeking a day-hire worker to assist Natural Resource Technicians in managing county parks and properties, following Conservation Board policies and standard practices. The role supports prescribed burn activities and operates UTVs, trucks, and a range of maintenance tools.

Hours may include holidays, evenings, and weekends with headquarters at Hitchcock Nature Center. Strong teamwork, physical stamina, and a valid driver's license are required, and CPR/first aid