About this opportunity
Department of the Interior lists this Wildland Firefighter (Assistant Engine Captain) opportunity in towaoc, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Engine CaptainAs an Assistant Engine Captain, the major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:Serves as a squad leader of an engine module.Directs the work of a small crew of firefighters in building firelines, burnout, mopping up, and patrolling firelines.Applies an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area, weather, fuels, and training in fire management.Ensures pump tests and daily engine preventative maintenance equipment checks are completed.Directs assigned suppression operations and recommends and implements tactical strategies on fires.Duties listed are at the GW-07 full performance level.INDIAN PREFERENCE will be applied to candidates that are interested in applying for the positions in the following locations ONLY:Parker, AZIgnacio, COTowaoc, COBelcourt, NDDulce, NMMescalero, NMSan Juan Pueblo (Ohkay Owingeh), NMAnadarko, OK
Worksite address
towaoc, CO, 81334, US
Who can apply
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