Wildland Fire Aviation: Airtanker Base Lead

U.S. Department of the Interior; Roswell (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a GW-05 Wildland Firefighter (Aviation) to support airtanker and retardant base operations in Roswell, NM. The role requires leadership in aviation and ground support, with emphasis on safety, coordination, and incident documentation.

You will perform administrative duties, maintain logs, prepare safety plans, and assist with training and emergency procedures. This Direct-Hire position necessitates U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment.
• In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• Selectees must pass a pre-employment medical examination and may be subject to post-employment medical examinations to determine if they are maintaining the fitness standards for this position.
• You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions.

Responsibilities

• Performs as functional leader in aviation, ground support, and logistical activities related to airtanker and retardant base operations and all other fixed wing operations at the base.
• Assists with safety and emergency procedures, ensures use of PPE, and reports incidents to supervisor.
• Performs administrative work including daily activity logs, data entry, querying reports, answering phones, and using base radios.

Job description

The U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a GW-05 Wildland Firefighter (Aviation) to support airtanker and retardant base operations in Roswell, NM. The role requires leadership in aviation and ground support, with emphasis on safety, coordination, and incident documentation.

You will perform administrative duties, maintain logs, prepare safety plans, and assist with training and emergency procedures. This Direct-Hire position necessitates U.S.