wildland fire captain

Rural Metro

<div><p><b>Wildland Fire Captain
</b></p><p></p><p>WILDLAND FIRE CAPTAIN DRIVER OPERATOR (CDO) - Duties include, but are not limited to, overseeing all operations on a Type 6 or Type 7 engine while providing a safe working environment for our customers. The CDO is responsible for documenting the day's activities and ensuring timecards are accurately completed at the end of the day. Daily communicating operational objectives to the Battalion Chiefs.</p>
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</p><p></p><p><b>Responsibilities/Duties:</b></p>
<p>
</p><ul><li>Wildland Fire Captain Driver Operator (CDO) &ndash; Are Contracted Fire Resources. Essential duties are to provide Public Utility Companies with a safe environment in which to work. This is accomplished by delivering Fire watch and extinguishment, EMS, fire weather updates, safety briefings along with other duties as needed</li>
<li><b>Travel is required for this position.</b></li>
<li>Develop, direct and participate in drills and training programs. Provide information to the customer and participate in customer relations events.</li>
<li>Understand the Chain of Command.</li>
<li>A typical shift is from 6:00am to 4:00pm but 12+ hour shifts are common. Red Flag Warning periods may require you to work up to a 72-hour shift.</li>
<li>Wildland CDO is the driver operator. This is typically a Type 6 engine.</li>
<li>A Wildland CDO may act in the capacity of Battalion Chief as needed.</li>
<li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays and weekends.</li>
<li>Supervise the safe operation of company vehicles and company equipment.</li>
<li>Conduct performance evaluations of assigned crew members as required.</li>
<li>Using iPads with associated applications.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School diploma or GED</li>
<li>Current CPR/AED certification</li>
<li>Valid driver license with good driving record</li>
<li>Able to work any assigned shift, including nights, holidays and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to locations in the western United States for 14 -21 days.</li>
<li>Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other platforms for routine business use.</li>
<li>Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.</li>
<li>Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.)</li>
<li>Desired - Advanced first aid and/or EMT</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Requirements all Capstone Employees:</b></p>
<p>
Valid Drivers License</p>
<p>
Current CPR - give me a call and we can discuss this if you do not have your CPR</p>
<p><b>
Travel for this position is required</b></p>
<p>
</p><p><b>Captain position required certification:</b></p>
<p>
FFT2, FFT1 MUST Be Wildland &ndash; Structure is not sufficient. Or the following</p>
<p>
ICS 100</p>
<p>
ICS 200</p>
<p>
IS 700</p>
<p>
IS 800</p>
<p>
S-130 &ndash; hands on portion offered during Capstone Academy.</p>
<p>
S-190</p>
<p>
L-180</p>
<p>
S-131 &ndash; can be acquired during capstone Academy. Class offered.</p>
<p>
S-230/231</p>
<p>
Q0426</p>
<p>
RT-130</p>
<p>
</p><p></p><p><b>Desired Certs:</b></p>
<p>
Hazmat</p>
<p>
Confined Space Tech</p>
<p>
EMT</p>
<p>
Driver Operator 1A /1B &ndash; also accepted are: DOD, IFSAC, ENOP</p>
<p>
Weap</p>
<ul><li>Any Wildland Fire or Rescue Certifications and/or your red card.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Current year RT-130 if complete - will complete in academy if needed.</li></ul></div>

Wildland Fire Captain

<div><div><b>Wildland Firefighter &ndash; Insurance Division
</b></div><div></div><div>A Wildland Firefighter in the Insurance Division, participates in activities including fire prevention and mitigation, pre fire assessment, and <b>fire suppression</b><b>. </b>A Wildland Firefighter in the insurance division reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.</div>
<div>
</div><p><b>Responsibilities/Duties:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>A Wildland Firefighter &ndash; Insurance Division, works in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station, or other site, and the apparatus and personnel assigned.</li>
<li>Firefighters may act in the capacity of Driver/Operator or Wildland Fire Captain as needed.</li>
<li>Conduct wildfire safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
</li><li>Participate in drills and training programs.</li>
<li>Provide information to the public and participate in public relations events.</li>
<li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days and be dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8-hour days; however, hours may vary based on the job and/or customer needs.</li>
<li>Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.</li>
<li>Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.</li>
</ul>
<div></div><div><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></div>
<div><b>
</b></div><ul><li>High School diploma or GED</li>
</ul>
<div></div><ul><li>Current CPR/AED certification
</li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Valid driver license with good driving record</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><ul><li>Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><div><b>Minimum required NWCG/FEMA courses:</b></div>
<div>
</div><p>L - 180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service</p>
<p>
S - 130 Wildland Firefighting
</p><p>S &ndash; 131 Firefighter Type 1</p>
<p>
S - 190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior</p>
<p>
IS - 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System</p>
<p>
IS - 700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System</p>
<p>
IS - 800 Introduction to the National Response Framework</p>
<p>
</p><p>Minimum Capstone Certification (within 60 days of hire):</p>
<ul>
<li>Capstone &ndash; Insurance Firefighter Position Task Book (PTB)</li></ul><br>
<div>
</div><br>
<p></p>Compensation: $22 per hour</div>

Wildland Firefighter - Insurance Division

<p></p><div><p><b>Wildland Firefighter
</b></p><p></p><p>A Wildland Firefighter participates in activities including fire suppression.<b> </b>A Wildland Firefighter reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.</p>
<p>
</p><p><b>Responsibilities/Duties:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>A Wildland Firefighter &ndash; Are Contracted Fire Resources. Essential duties are to provide Public Utility Companies with a safe environment in which to work. This is accomplished by delivering Fire watch and extinguishment, EMS, fire weather updates, safety briefings along with other duties as needed.
</li><li>Travel is required for this position.</li>
<li>A typical shift is from 6:00am to 4:00pm but 12+ hour shifts are common. Red Flag Warning periods may require you to work up to a 72-hour shift.</li>
<li>Participate in drills and training programs.</li>
<li>Provide information to the customer and participate in customer relations events.</li>
<li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends during fire season</li>
<li>Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.</li>
<li>Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>High School diploma or GED</li>
<li>Current CPR/AED certification</li>
</ul><ul><li>Valid driver license with good driving record</li>
</ul><ul><li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.</li>
</ul>
<p></p><p><b>Fire Fighter position required certifications</b><b>:
</b></p><p><b>FFT2 OR the following certifications:
</b></p><p><b>ICS 100</b></p>
<p><b>
IS 700</b></p>
<p><b>
S-130- hands on portion offered during Capstone Academy if needed to obtain</b></p>
<p><b>
S-190</b></p>
<p><b>
L-180
</b></p><p><b>RT-130</b></p>
<p>
</p><p><b>Desired Certs</b>:
</p><p>FFT1</p>
<p>
ICS 200</p>
<p>
IS800</p>
<p>
S-131
</p><p>S-230/231</p>
<p>
Q0426</p>
<p>
Hazmat</p>
<p>
Confine space tech
</p><p>EMT
</p><p>Driver Operator 1A /1B &ndash; accepted are: DOD, IFSAC, ENOP</p>
<p>
Weap</p>
<ul><li>Any Wildland Fire or Rescue Certifications and or your red card.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Current year RT-130 if complete - will complete in academy if needed.<br>
</li></ul><br>
<p></p>Compensation: N/A</div>

Wildland Firefighter

State of Nevada

<div></div><div><div><div><p>***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***</p>
</div>
</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>The Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) is recruiting for two Fire Captain positions located , Nevada. This position, under the supervision of the Battalion Chief acts as a supervisor of a wildland fire module/hand crew with multiple firefighters that participate in all functional areas of wildland fire and resource management. This includes wildfire prevention, suppression and rehabilitation, fuels reduction treatments, natural resource restoration, and public education. Incumbents function as first-line supervisors who train, supervise and evaluate performance of assigned staff; assign and review work; and initiate disciplinary action. Applicants must be qualified as an NWCG Firefighter I (FFT1 or higher) and have an NWCG Single Resource Boss qualification at the time of application and maintain these qualifications for the duration of employment.<br>
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Positions in this series manage, supervise, and participate in wildland fire suppression; fire prevention and education; presuppression; equipment and facility maintenance; and forestry and fire law enforcement. Assist the Forestry Program Manager &ndash; Fire to ensure that the components of the divisions Wildland Fire Protection Program are managed and operated in an efficient, accurate and safe manner consistent with federal, State, and division regulations, policies and procedures.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Associate's degree in fire science or closely related field and three years of firefighting experience; OR Graduation from high school or equivalent education and four years of firefighting experience; OR one year as a Firefighter II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Manage, supervise and participate in functional areas of fire protection; compile information, develop plans and make recommendations concerning training, prevention, suppression, emergency operations, fuels management, support services and administration; develop plans, regulations, guidance documents and reports on regional wildfire activities; implement and coordinate regional wildfire activities with federal, State, and local partners.<br>
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Exercise leadership through direct command or implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS).<br>
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Respond to wildland fires, floods, and other emergencies.<br>
<br>
Control wildland fires; build hand lines, fall trees, lay hose lines and direct nozzles; lead dozers; set backfires; direct aerial drops; provide structural protection; and mop up and patrol fire areas to safeguard life, natural resources and structures.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in presuppression activities; develop preplans and preattack fire plans; check fire access roads, gates, and water supplies; and review and update dispatch response cards.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in hazardous fuels mitigation;<b><i> </i></b>determine fuel types and fuel loading; and plan, direct and implement fuels management activities including prescribed burning.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in fire prevention activities; inspect areas designated for prescribed burning; advise land owners of regulations; determine approval/denial of fire permit; check campfires; advise the public of fire danger, safety and fire restrictions; make safety presentations to homeowners, students and civic groups; conduct defensible space inspections; and post signs to educate the public and reduce fire occurrence.<br>
<br>
Train volunteer fire departments, cooperative fire agencies, and various firefighting personnel; schedule classes or demonstrations; review materials, techniques, and strategies; and provide on-the-job training to improve firefighting techniques and effectiveness.<br>
<br>
Enforce forestry and fire laws and prosecute offenders; investigate complaints of illegal burning, camp fires and plant materials harvesting; interview witnesses and suspects; collect evidence, preserve the crime scene, and determine the point of origin and cause of fire; advise the public of applicable laws, write citations and testify in court.<br>
<br>
Supervise or maintain fire apparatus and equipment to maintain constant readiness; make daily inspections and follow preventive maintenance schedules; check, clean, sharpen, adjust and make minor repairs to equipment; report mechanical problems and arrange for repairs; and replace used equipment and supplies.<br>
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Perform related duties as assigned.<br>
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Under general supervision of a Battalion Chief, incumbents<b><i> </i></b>serve as a shift supervisor with responsibility for utilizing personnel and equipment during emergencies and supervise assigned personnel.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.</b><br>
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<b>Working knowledge of:</b> tactics and strategy used in wildland firefighting.<br>
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<b>Ability to:</b> supervise a fire crew or Engine Company in any call-out situation; apply the principles of the ICS in incidents of moderate to high complexity; evaluate complex situations and request appropriate additional resources; provide firefighting training to assigned personnel; inspect, test and ensure proper operation of all firefighting equipment within a company; maintain records and prepare reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; apply principles of fire prevention, inspection and investigation; deal effectively with victims, bystanders and responding personnel in emergency situations.<br>
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<b>RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION:</b> Jon Terrazas at j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov</p></div><br>
</div><p></p><div><div><p>The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.</p>
<p><b>Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.</b></p></div></div></div>

FIRE CAPTAIN ( LAS VEGAS )

<div></div><div><div><div><p>***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***</p>
</div>
</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>This Postion is for the Nevada Division of Forestry Grindstone Mountain Fire and Fuels Crew loacated near Carlin, Nevada, approximately 20 miles southwest of Elko. This position, under the supervision of the Fire Captain acts as a team member on a fire and fuels crew module. This positon participates in all functional areas of wildland fire and resource management. This includes wildfire training, public education and prevention, fire suppression and rehabilitation, fuels reduction treatments, natural resource landscape restoration projects. NOTE: This position does not include fighting structural fires.<br>
<br>
Positions in this series manage, supervise, and participate in wildland fire suppression; fire prevention and education; presuppression; equipment and facility maintenance; and forestry and fire law enforcement. Assist the Forestry Program Manager &ndash; Fire to ensure that the components of the divisions Wildland Fire Protection Program are managed and operated in an efficient, accurate and safe manner consistent with federal, State, and division regulations, policies and procedures.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Qualifications</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of firefighting experience.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Manage, supervise and participate in functional areas of fire protection; compile information, develop plans and make recommendations concerning training, prevention, suppression, emergency operations, fuels management, support services and administration; develop plans, regulations, guidance documents and reports on regional wildfire activities; implement and coordinate regional wildfire activities with federal, State, and local partners.<br>
<br>
Exercise leadership through direct command or implementation of the Incident Command System (ICS).<br>
<br>
Respond to wildland fires, floods, and other emergencies.<br>
<br>
Control wildland fires; build hand lines, fall trees, lay hose lines and direct nozzles; lead dozers; set backfires; direct aerial drops; provide structural protection; and mop up and patrol fire areas to safeguard life, natural resources and structures.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in presuppression activities; develop preplans and preattack fire plans; check fire access roads, gates, and water supplies; and review and update dispatch response cards.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in hazardous fuels mitigation;<b><i> </i></b>determine fuel types and fuel loading; and plan, direct and implement fuels management activities including prescribed burning.<br>
<br>
Supervise and/or participate in fire prevention activities; inspect areas designated for prescribed burning; advise land owners of regulations; determine approval/denial of fire permit; check campfires; advise the public of fire danger, safety and fire restrictions; make safety presentations to homeowners, students and civic groups; conduct defensible space inspections; and post signs to educate the public and reduce fire occurrence.<br>
<br>
Train volunteer fire departments, cooperative fire agencies, and various firefighting personnel; schedule classes or demonstrations; review materials, techniques, and strategies; and provide on-the-job training to improve firefighting techniques and effectiveness.<br>
<br>
Enforce forestry and fire laws and prosecute offenders; investigate complaints of illegal burning, camp fires and plant materials harvesting; interview witnesses and suspects; collect evidence, preserve the crime scene, and determine the point of origin and cause of fire; advise the public of applicable laws, write citations and testify in court.<br>
<br>
Supervise or maintain fire apparatus and equipment to maintain constant readiness; make daily inspections and follow preventive maintenance schedules; check, clean, sharpen, adjust and make minor repairs to equipment; report mechanical problems and arrange for repairs; and replace used equipment and supplies.<br>
<br>
Perform related duties as assigned.<br>
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Under direct supervision, incumbents at this level perform all or part of the duties outlined above. Perform fire suppression, basic fire inspections and related duties. Incumbents participate in hazardous fuels mitigation and fire prevention activities; train volunteer and various firefighting personnel; maintain fire apparatus and equipment for constant readiness.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</b></h2></div>
<div><p><b>General knowledge of:</b> fire behavior in various weather conditions; fire suppression tactics applicable to wildland incidents;<b><i> </i></b>characteristics and application of chemical fire retardants; facility and equipment maintenance.<br>
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<b>Working knowledge of:</b> 2-way radio operations and frequencies; use and limitations of personal safety equipment; first aid and CPR.<br>
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<b>Ability to:</b> function effectively in potentially dangerous and life threatening situations for extended periods of time; function under the ICS system; plan, organize and prioritize daily activities; read and follow written procedures and operations guidelines; communicate effectively orally about fire prevention programs to groups of adults and children; read topographical maps; use wildland fire tools; use rescue and extrication tools.<br>
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<b>RECRUITER CONTACT INFORMATION:</b> Jon Terrazas at j.terrazas@admin.nv.gov</p></div><br>
</div><p></p><div><div><p>The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.</p>
<p><b>Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.</b></p></div></div></div>

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