Forestry Technician - Medora, United States - Department Of The Interior

Description

Summary

This permanent full-time position is located at Theodore Roosevelt National Park, Medora, North Dakota.

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Duties

Major Duties at the GS-06 grade level:

• Serves as an initial attack Incident Commander on wildland fires in remote forest environments and in wildland-urban interface/intermix situations. Makes initial size up of fire situations, determines suppression method to use including hose lay types, deployment of crew, point of the initial attack, type of tools to use, and application of water, and hand line location and standards.
• Directs project work in support of ecosystem management, development of prescribed fire, reburn plans, pre-attack planning, brush disposal, and fuels unit preparation.
• Provides training/instruction on fire suppression procedures, fire line construction, hose lays, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, fire engine tactics, fire behavior, water use and pump operations.

• Directs the operation of a wildland fire engine, recommending the correct positioning, proper use and, operation to ensure the safety of the crew and equipment.
• Provides technical and administrative leadership to an Engine Module throughout the fire season. Reviews work daily, weekly, or monthly, assuring all standards are met.