Forest Fire Equipment Operator

North Carolina Forest Service

Rockingham, North Carolina, US
Recruitment range: $37,377 - $65,408; not specifie...
Heavy equipment operation
Wildland fire suppression
Emergency response
The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina

Job Summary

  • The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina.
  • This position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a bulldozer, hauling unit, and other heavy equipment used in wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, prescribed burning, and forestation.
  • Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work.

Matching Summary

The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina.

Salary

Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Wildland fire suppression
  • Emergency response
  • Minor equipment repairs
  • Overnight travel required

Nice-to-have

  • Service oriented
  • Work cooperatively with others
  • Information and education programs

Key Requirements

  • High school or GED
  • Two years heavy equipment operation experience
  • NC Commercial Driver’s License
  • USDOT medical certificate

Work Rights

Not specified

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