Fuels Management Tech​/Firefighter

Position: Fuels Management Tech / Firefighter
Location: Pawhuska

The Fuels Management Technician/ Firefighter is a key fuels/fire management position within the Wildland Fire Management Department. This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of specialized tools or equipment, primarily as a crew member of a fuels management/ prescribed fire module. But may also serve on an engine, hand crew, or helitack module. The incumbent performs assignments that involve an experienced knowledge of fuels management and fire suppression techniques and practices in order to assist technical, skilled, and supervisory positions within the Fire Management Department.

The Fuels Management Technician/ Firefighter primarily focus on safe use, proper operation, and maintenance of equipment used to accomplish fuels management work on hazardous fuels reduction projects and preparation and implementation of prescribed burns on treated units. The work consists of proper maintenance and operation of Heavy Equipment (Compact Track loaders, Excavators, Dozers, etc.) Hand tools and chainsaw use, containment line construction, management of operations and site preparation, use of pumps and other portable water apparatus.

Hose lays using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustments in the effective use of water and additives. Working in and around aircraft such as helicopters, adhering to safety rules, utilizing intermediate knowledge of fire behavior, and the appropriate use of fuels/fire terminology.

High school diploma or GED required;
Associate’s degree preferred

Must possess an incident qualification card at the Arduous Fitness Level Required Training:
Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighter Training (S-130), Human Factors on the Fireline (L-180), NIMS-ICS 100, 200, 700

Required Qualifications:

Firefighter Type 2(FFT2)
Must be able to drive and operate a tractor/trailer transport. Maintain a commercial driver’s license (Class A CDL)
Preferred Training:
Wildland Fire Chainsaws (S-212), Fire Operations in the Wildland Urban Interface (S-215), Portable Pumps and Water Use (S-211), Firing Operations (S-219), Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290)

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic Faller (FAL3), Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5), Wilderness First Responder Complete (WFSTAR) Wildland Fire Safety training Annual Refresher (RT-130)
* Must meet the Federal Interagency Wildland Firefighter Medical Standards for arduous duty

Must maintain the prerequisite physical stamina and strength needed to perform rigorous duties and pass the Work Capacity Test at the arduous level annually
* Must be willing to travel and work past 40 hours a week and/or on holidays if needed

Working knowledge of standard fuels/fire program requirements, tactics, methods, procedures, safety rules, regulations and skills in the use of hand tools, radios, pumps, hoes, and chainsaws sufficient to perform routinely assigned fire suppression and prescribed fire assignments

Working knowledge of fire behavior, hazards, and accepted fuels/fire safety and procedures to prevent injury and loss of life Basic knowledge of heavy equipment and engine operation, fuels/fire terminology, reporting requirements, procedures, and first aid procedures

Must maintain a professional attitude and appearance that positively represents the Nation Requires a high level of personal integrity and ethics

Requires a high level of problem solving skills

Must maintain confidentiality at all times

Requires ability to use Microsoft Office Suite programs

Requires good interpersonal communication and team work skills

Requires willingness and ability to learn new skills, including travel to conferences and training sessions

Must be able to pass a criminal background check; drug/alcohol test and have a clean driving record

Must have a valid driver’s license – may be required to drive GSA or Nation vehicles
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