Wildland Chipper Crew Boss

Overview
Chipper Crew Boss needed for Boise, ID Dispatch Center. We have (1) trailer chipper and (1) track chipper that will go out of the Boise Dispatch Center. We want to take care of our crew and will pay top dollar for a quality Crew Boss.

Duties

• Leadership and Supervision: Directs and supervises the chipper and crew, ensuring they are prepared for and capable of handling duties, according to the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG).
• Safety: Prioritizes the safety of the chipper and personnel, adhering to safety protocols and procedures, and ensuring they are equipped with necessary safety gear.
• Chipper Operations: Ensures the chipper is properly maintained, prepared for deployment, and operates effectively during fire suppression activities, including standard practices / procedures with handling orders from IC.
• Communication and Coordination: Communicates effectively with supervisors and other firefighting resources, providing updates on fire conditions, crew progress, and any potential hazards. Is well versed in required paperwork and procedures at the base camp and interactions with IC.
• Planning and Tactics: Develops and implements plans for protecting crew, and works with other firefighting resources to implement effective fire suppression tactics, as described by the NWCG.
• Resource Management: Manages the chippers resources, including personnel, equipment, fuel, and water, ensuring they are available and used efficiently.
• Demobilization: Ensures the chipper and crew are properly demobilized after an incident, including cleaning and maintaining equipment, and returning to their base station.
• Training and Development: Provides training and guidance to crew members, ensuring they are competent and prepared to perform their duties effectively.

Qualifications

Required Training

• RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR)

Required Experience

• 2 Years on a chipper crew

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $650.00 - $800.00 per day

Shift:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Wildland Firefighting: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person