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Forest Maintenance Worker (Semi Skilled Laborer) (Seasonal) - Delaware Forest District
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Are you looking for a fulfilling career that makes a positive impact on the environment? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Forest Maintenance Worker to help prevent and suppress wildfires in the district. This hands-on position involves working outdoors and contributing to the protection and preservation of the natural world. If you are eager to advance in your career, we encourage you to consider joining us in our mission. Help us make a difference and protect our beautiful planet!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
As a Forest Maintenance Worker, you will have a diverse set of responsibilities. Your work will include assisting in fire prevention and suppression, patrolling for and investigating wildfires, and attending training courses to stay up-to-date on firefighting techniques. Additionally, you will serve as a fire tower lookout and operate firefighting vehicles such as fire engines and light trucks. You will also operate chainsaws, lawn mowers, brush saws, leaf blowers, and portable pumps. Furthermore, you will help with vehicle maintenance and repair, as well as perform tasks such as preparing and painting signs and maintaining facilities. Overall, your role will be crucial in protecting and maintaining the forests and the safety of those who use them. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal, full-time employment with no health care benefits. There is no an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment in March 2027.Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.During spring fire season the work schedule is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.
Are you looking for a fulfilling career that makes a positive impact on the environment? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking a Forest Maintenance Worker to help prevent and suppress wildfires in the district. This hands-on position involves working outdoors and contributing to the protection and preservation of the natural world. If you are eager to advance in your career, we encourage you to consider joining us in our mission. Help us make a difference and protect our beautiful planet!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
As a Forest Maintenance Worker, you will have a diverse set of responsibilities. Your work will include assisting in fire prevention and suppression, patrolling for and investigating wildfires, and attending training courses to stay up-to-date on firefighting techniques. Additionally, you will serve as a fire tower lookout and operate firefighting vehicles such as fire engines and light trucks. You will also operate chainsaws, lawn mowers, brush saws, leaf blowers, and portable pumps. Furthermore, you will help with vehicle maintenance and repair, as well as perform tasks such as preparing and painting signs and maintaining facilities. Overall, your role will be crucial in protecting and maintaining the forests and the safety of those who use them. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information: Seasonal, full-time employment with no health care benefits. There is no an option to buy into health care benefits. The season runs from approximately March 2026 until November 2026 at which time the employee will be placed on leave without pay. The employee will automatically be returned to employment in March 2027.Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.During spring fire season the work schedule is 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may only apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.
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