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Engineer - Senior Firefighter
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- CDL B
- Background check
- CPR Certification
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Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California —Gardnerville, NV
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- CDL B
- Background check
- CPR Certification

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Engineer - Senior Firefighter

Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California -
Gardnerville, NV

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Job Details

Full-time
$25.18 - $37.76 an hour

Qualifications

CDL B
Incident command
CPR Certification
Fire apparatus operation
High school diploma or GED
First Aid Certification
Non-CDL Class C
F Endorsement
Commercial driving
Tanker Endorsement
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

Description:

POSITION TITLE: Engineer - Senior Firefighter

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT: Preparedness Resources Department

SUPERVISOR: Captain/Engine Boss

GRADE: NE13 $25.18 ($52,353)- $37.76 ($78,540)

Position Summary:

Responsible for operation and proper functioning of a variety of fire-fighting vehicles and equipment; directly participates in a wide range of fire-fighting operations. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responds to fire incidents as a vehicle / apparatus operator; places vehicle in most effective position; hooks-up and connects hose at pump; operates pump; ensures pump is at proper pressure to deliver correct water flow.
Responsible for observing the rules of fire safety and fire behavior while on the fire line.
Uses a variety of hand and power tools, including chainsaws, portable pumps, and/or fire fighting devises, etc.
Gathers information on fuel types, weather conditions, and fire conditions / behavior.
Serves as a member of a fire crew assigned to suppress the full range of wildland fires, and conducting fuels reduction projects, independently performing recurring assigned duties.
Assists in the training of personnel pertaining to wildfire suppression and tactics.
Performs assignments as a wildland firefighter in developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices, and terminology.
May work in and around aircraft such as helicopters and must be able to observe all safety regulations.
Responsible for the maintenance and up-keep of fire apparatus(s), and ability to perform field maintenance on the vehicle and/or the pump. Reports any deficiencies to supervisor.
Stages extra hose and equipment, sets up hose-lay for personnel.
Assists in maintaining station log and preparing reports on equipment maintenance .
Performs basic maintenance and flow testing of fire hydrants.
Search out and extinguish burning materials. Applying water by hose lay, and/or back-pack pump etc., construct fire-line using various hand tools and power equipment, may include the use of chippers to prepare control lines.
Patrol fire line to locate and extinguish hotspots, flare-ups that may be threatening developed fire line.
Participates in crew proficiency checks, drills, p safety sessions and fire critiques.
Represents the agency with dignity, integrity, and the spirit of cooperation with all relationships .

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Three (3) or more seasons of wildland fire / fuels management, preferred.
Basic first aid, CPR certification.
Valid State Class “C” driver’s license.
S-212 wildland fire power chainsaw certification.
Red card certified Firefighter 1, ICT 5
S-290 Intermediate Wildland fire Behavior
IS-800 National Response Framework, an Introduction
S-200 Basic Incident Command System for Initial Attack
Open/completed Engin Operator (ENOP) task book
Valid state Class B with “F” endorsement driver’s license
L-280 Followership to Leadership
S-230 Engine Boss or open completed/open task book

Recommended After (1) Year:

Open ICT4 Task Book
Open single resource Task book i.e. Crew Boss etc.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:

Knowledge of policies and procedure of the Washoe Tribe Fire Department.
Knowledge of area geography including streets and landmarks.
Skilled in fuels reduction techniques, and wildfire suppression tactics.
Skilled in basic tree, brush and vegetation identification.
Able to develop crew cohesion
Skilled iniInstructing personnel in fire suppression tactics .
Able to perform a variety of fuels reduction and wildland fire fighting assignments.
Able to construct a fire line.
Able to use two-way radios efficiently.
Knowledge of GPS use.
Able to learn a variety of fuels reduction and firefighting duties, methods, tools, and equipment.
Able to analyze situations quickly and reach logical conclusions in emergencies.
Able to plan, organize and prioritize daily activities.
Able to read and comprehend laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to read and follow maps.
Able to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Able topPrepare and maintain reports.
Knowledge of basic arithmetic elements using whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions.
Able to exercise good judgement, follow safe practices, and maintain emotional control, while working under stressful conditions.
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.

Physical Demands:

Work hours will normally involve 40-hour work weeks, may be variable and may include overnight shifts, weekends, evenings, and/or holidays.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel, push, pull, and carry heavy loads on cluttered and inconsistent surfaces, uneven terrain or on steep slopes varying from 30 to 90%.
Ability to perform sustained and vigorous activities in a variety of environmental conditions.
This position requires frequent lifting up to 65 lbs. unassisted, and occasional assisting with team lifting up to 200 lbs.

Work Environment:

Work is subject to performance under prolonged adverse environmental and weather conditions.
Individual may be subject to extreme heat or cold, changing weather conditions, large moving objects, with heavy equipment, hazardous materials, uneven ground, flying debris, and excessive noise.
Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, dust masks, gloves, protective face shields, thick clothing and/or hardhats are needed may arise.
Tight time constraints and multiple competing priorities are common.
Travel may be required.

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California requires a background check of each new hire for employment purposes. Therefore, all conditionally offered positions will be subject to the following:

Negative alcohol and drug screen
Meet requirements of Public Law 101-630
Obtain or possess a valid driver’s license for either the state of Nevada or California within 30 days
Must be insurable under the Washoe Tribe’s driving policy
Preference will be given to Qualified Native American Indians.

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