Forestry Technician TEMP
Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Overview One Agency, One Mission: Public Safety Are you
passionate about protecting our natural resources and communities
from the threat of wildfires?The Larimer County Sheriff's Office is
seeking dedicated wildland firefighters to assist our Initial
Attack Module as Forestry Technician Temps. This seasonal,
temporary position will run from May through September, providing
you with the opportunity to work under the direct supervision of
the LCSO Emergency Services Unit.As a Forestry Technician Temp, you
will play a crucial role in wildland fire suppression, management,
and control, as a firefighter on an engine or hand crew. You will
participate in cutting crews within Larimer County, as well as
assisting with fire assignments outside of the county.
Additionally, you may be involved in fire prevention, patrol,
detection, or prescribed burning activities.While a S-212
certification is preferred, it is not required. If you are ready to
make a difference and work in a dynamic and challenging
environment, apply today to be part of the team!Responsibilities
This selection process is for the 2024 fire season. Specifically,
this position:
- Uses, operates, and maintains basic wildfire equipment and
vehicles plus a variety of hand tools, portable pumps, chain saws,
and firing equipment for constructing fire line and suppressing the
wildfire.
- May be a fire line supervisor depending on National Wildfire
Coordination Group (NWCG) qualifications and experience.
- Ensures personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn always and
safety procedures are followed during all operations.
- Maintains inventory and required equipment on assigned
apparatus.
- Takes direction from assigned fire line supervisors and
communicates fire status, safety, and equipment information as
necessary or assigned.Nonessential Functions
- When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared
by the Board of Commissioners, all Larimer County employees may be
required to work as a Disaster Service Worker.
- Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for
performance of the job.To view the full job description, visit
Qualifications To be eligible, all applications must meet the
following minimum qualifications at the time of application:
- Must have successfully completed at a minimum:
- NWCG or FEMA Introduction to ICS (I-100)
- NWCG Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
- NWCG Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
- NWCG Firefighter Training (S-130) with proof of required
instructor led field exercise
- National Incident Management Systems (NIMS) (IS-700)
- OR be currently enrolled in a training program.
- Proof of enrollment must be included in the application.Must be
able to obtain and maintain First Aid and community CPR
certificationsMust successfully complete the NWCG Work Capacity
TestMust live within 50 miles of 1303 N. Shields, Ft. Collins, CO
80524Must be at least 18 years of age.Must hold a valid, current
driver's license.(The Red Card is an agency-issued document that
certifies that an individual has the training, experience, and
physical fitness to perform the tasks of a specified position on a
wildland or prescribed fire.) BenefitsFor all temporary positions,
sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and
other benefits may be available. To view information on Larimer
County's Benefits, visit .Supplemental Information Schedule :
- Seasonal, temporary position - 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday
with ability to work other hours as needed. Weekend days and
holidays may be required.
- Length of time in position could be slightly extended at the
discretion of LCSO Emergency Services. Application Process:
- Complete online application and submit required
certifications
- If you are not currently employed in our on-call program,
please apply to this position online and email Sam Krakauer at with
copies of the required certifications, as well as the S-212 if you
have it.
- Prescreening
- NCIC/CCIC Background Check
- Conditional offer upon successful completion of previous steps
- Complete Health Screening Questionnaire (HSQ)
- Waiver of Liability for the Work Capacity TestReview of HSQ (if
there are areas of concern, a medical exam may be required prior to
the next step) Work Capacity Test - Walking 3-miles in 45 minutes,
carrying 45 lbs. if not yet completed. New Firefighter Orientation
- immediately following RT-130 from 1600-1800. LCSO Fitness
Challenge - Successful completion of the LCSO Fitness Challenge
will be required for anyone that will be available to fight fire
outside of Larimer County. The Fitness Challenge consists of a 1.5
mile run for time, maximum reps of push-ups and pull ups, and a
plank for time.Other Information to Note:The Sheriff's Office
prohibits possession of marijuana by employees under any
circumstances and expects employees to comply with federal
law.Applicants must meet all of the following:
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Cannot have a felony conviction
- No convictions involving domestic violence
- No use of illegal drugs within the past five yearsRecruitment
Contact:Questions on this position - email Sam Krakauer Questions
on the hiring process - email Rachel Nye Larimer County is an Equal
Opportunity Employer, and prohibits discrimination and harassment
in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual
orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic
information, age, military status, or any other characteristic
protected by law or regulation.
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