Forest Fire Equipment Operator

## Forest Fire Equipment Operator Apply:
Johnston County, NC:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
End Date:
October 27, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
JR-126037
** Agency
* * Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services
** Division
* * North Carolina Forest Service
** Job Classification Title
** Forest Fire Equipment Operator (S)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC07
* * About Us
** The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.
** Description of Work
** Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
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* * This is a re-advertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered. *
* * The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and is a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management and environmental education to the residents and landowners of North Carolina through a variety of programs. The NCFS provides services to all 100 counties in North Carolina.
This position is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a bulldozer, hauling unit, and other heavy equipment used in wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression, prescribed burning, and forestation. Performs minor equipment repairs and assists district mechanic with major repairs. May assist with information and education programs, a variety of forest management activities or other tasks. Responds in times of emergency such as wildland fires and natural disasters.
Participates on incident management teams as assigned.
Work hours are typically 8-5 M-F. Extended times of readiness will involve evening, holiday, and/or weekend work. Must be available after working hours during fire danger periods and times of emergency response.
Overnight travel will be required.
Residency requirements discussed at time of interview.
Duty Station

Location:

516 County Home Road Smithfield NC    Official NCFS uniforms provided by employer.

* * 13 speed hauling unit Driving evaluation will be given the day of the interview
* * Crawler Proficiency evaluation will be given the day of the interview    Pre-employment mandatory drug testing required.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $65,408    
* Ability to maintain heavy equipment such as bulldozer, motor grader, or excavator.
* Ability to operate a truck tractor with low boy trailer over the road in a variety of driving conditions.
* Skilled in performing minor equipment repairs.
* Ability to work independently or as a team player.
* Must be a self-starter, service oriented and work cooperatively with others.
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** Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
** Please follow the instructions to apply online.
** It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application.
** Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.
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