Wildland Fire & Resource Tech​/Gannett Glacier Crew - Overhead; Pcn

Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 2/3 – Palmer, Alaska

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is recruiting for a Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 2/3 in Palmer, Alaska. This position is open to all applicants.

• Digging hand line and using power saws and water pumps.
• Maintaining fire gear readiness and working on hazard fuels mitigation projects.
• Provide daily supervision for 10-20 Firefighters on a Type II IA Crew.
• Perform as an Incident Commander during the initial attack of low‑complexity wildland fires, lead firing and holding operations on initial or extended attack fires, provide input on fire line placement, and give thorough safety briefings.
• Instruct NWCG courses and develop and lead training in basic wildland fire principles.

The State of Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, Mat‑Su/Southwest Area Office serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Gannett Glacier Type II IA Crew is a state fire crew whose main objective is to support our local area and Alaska with a production‑oriented fire‑management service and all‑hazard response.

• You will be a part of something greater than yourself.
• You will have a sense of family and civic purpose.
• You will push yourself mentally and physically to achieve things you did not think possible.

• Based out of Palmer, Alaska.
• Dispatched nationally and to Canada to respond to fires and all‑risk incidents.
• Working and living in remote environments with no internet or cell service.
• 14‑21 days hiking to work, performing manual labor tasks.
• Working as a single resource or as part of a team.

• Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable for high‑quality, timely, cost‑effective results and complies with established control systems.
• Leadership:
  Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to varying situations.
• Developing Others:
  Provides feedback and learning opportunities to develop others’ abilities.
• Supervision:
  Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; evaluates performance; ensures fair and equitable treatment.
• Risk Management:
  
  Applies risk assessment and mitigation principles, including failure assessment.

• Six months of trainee or entry‑level wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience; or equivalent experience, including service as a Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1.
• Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System.
• For Technician 3:
  Twelve months of wildland fire/v forestry experience, with at least six months at the developmental level;
  Red Card qualification.
• Education substitution:
  Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational‑technical school in forestry, fire science, or closely related field may substitute for six months of general field experience.

• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Most positions require National Incident Qualification System certifications in fire operations, wildland fire prevention, or aviation support.
• Applicant must pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level (3‑mile hike carrying a 45‑pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less).
• Applicant must possess an Alaska driver’s license (or be eligible to obtain one before reporting to duty).
• Positions may require travel in and out of state, stand‑by or recall status, assignments up to 14‑21 days, flying in small aircraft, and handling hazardous materials.
• Some positions may require a commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements.
• Applicants with a misdemeanor domestic violence conviction must not apply.

• IQS Master Record/Red Card.

• Resume.
• Three professional references.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Passport.

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call or  Juneau or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711 or or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Tim Troxel
Crew Boss
Phone:
Email: tim.troxel