Forest Fire Equipment Operator

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Rockingham, North Carolina, USA
$37,377 - $65,408; not specified; not specified py
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

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.
  • 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. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response.

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.

Salary

$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

  • Self-starter
  • Service oriented
  • Work cooperatively with others
  • Information and education programs

Key Requirements

  • High school or GED
  • Two years of heavy equipment operation experience
  • NC FFEO training completion
  • Current North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License
  • Pass drug screening test
  • Possess Medical Examiner's Certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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