Wildland Fire Equipment Operator

Forest Service (DOA); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Service (DOA) is seeking a heavy equipment operator to support fire management on initial attack and fuels projects. The position is located on a fire crew within a National Forest and involves operating various heavy equipment, maintaining equipment, and driving to job sites.

Occasional travel may be required; this temporary appointment includes background checks, drug testing, and compliance with federal firefighting standards. Salary is hourly and based on location.

Qualifications

• Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
• Operation of Motor Vehicles
• Work Practices (includes keeping things neat, clean, and in order)
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (related to mobile equipment operation)
• Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles)
• Reliability and Dependability as an Engineering Equipment Operator

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more types of heavy equipment to push, pull, pile, or load materials for fire suppression.
• Perform initial attack duties with understanding of fire behavior, fuels, weather and topography.
• May perform suppression decisions independently under supervision.
• Maintain, adjust, and perform minor repairs on equipment as needed.
• Transport heavy equipment to job sites and complete required administrative duties.

Job description

The Forest Service (DOA) is seeking a heavy equipment operator to support fire management on initial attack and fuels projects. The position is located on a fire crew within a National Forest and involves operating various heavy equipment, maintaining equipment, and driving to job sites.

Occasional travel may be required; this temporary appointment includes background checks, drug testing, and compliance with federal firefighting standards. Salary is hourly and based on location.