HRC FIRE, INC. HRC-ATB Columbia is currently seeking a Relief Assistant Base Manager for the 2024 fire season. We're located at the Columbia CAL FIRE Air Attack Base. Our primary Mission is to provide Fire retardant, to support Ground operations during wildland fires.

POSITION SCOPE: Relief Assistant Manager will work under the direct supervision of the Base and Assistant Managers. Relief Manager will comply with all Federal and State contract requirements pertaining to the supply of PHOS-CHEK products, equipment and services as stipulated therein. All company related business will be conducted in a safe, efficient, and professional manner. The Relief Manager will be in full compliance with Perimeter Solutions Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies, as well as all Federal (OSHA) and State environmental regulations pertaining to the US Forest Service (USFS) and CALFIRE Retardant Contract Requirements. This position will assist in the supervision, training, and provide technical support as directed by the Base and/or Assistant Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Relief Manager will help oversee HRC tanker base personnel to ensure proper execution of USFS & CALFIRE Retardant Contracts.

• Regular and consistent attendance is an essential function of the job.

• Position requires travel and/or errands for equipment repair at assigned base or surrounding locations. A valid drivers license is required.

• Assist with all Full-Service Base Procedures: Routine repair and maintenance for all equipment and Winterization maintenance procedures.

• Monitor and assist in the loading/unloading of retardant/water into aircraft and ground vehicles.

• Oversee the mixing, storing, inspecting, testing, and delivery of all fire retardants through Perimeter Solutions liquid and powder mix systems when Base Manager is not available.

• Ensure all base operations are compliant with OSHA & CALOSHA requirements, and any additional Agency specific regulations.

• Verify that the base is compliant with “Employee Right to Know” requirements and all Hazardous materials are contained and labeled in appropriate storage containers per Perimeter Solutions and OSHA EHS guidelines

. • Assist and oversee base personnel with onboarding, online training and ensure all employees have completed “On the job training” (OJT) specific to their base.

• Help monitor and review base budgets (Personnel Hours/Materials/Consumables) through Quickbase and Concur Management System.

• Document any needed base repairs, maintenance, and upgrades on the base needs list and also report to Base Manager and/or Regional Manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s contract, policies, training and applicable laws.

• Assist Base Manager and Assistant Manager with direction, coordination, and evaluation of retardant base activity and operation.

• Relief Manager must work in conjunction with the Base and Assistant Managers to guarantee proper base standby coverage for the base they are managing.

• Daily, management must take into consideration the fire conditions of the day, the availability of aircraft and contract load pit staffing requirements for proper staffing levels.

_ COMPETENCIES: _

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.  Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources. Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS: The below qualifications are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position provide they are qualified through education or experience. Travel by POV is required, employee must provide proof of a valid driver’s license.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma / GED / College Degree

Minimum of 1 years Contractor or Federal Tanker Base Management

Federal / State / Contractor Fire Service

Minimum of 1 years Mixing: Liquid Concentrate & Powder Retardant Products

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

English (Spoken and written, clear and concise per Federal and State Fire Safety Regulations)

Present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public in a professional manner.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficient Computer Skills

• Email: Read, Respond, Scan, Attach send/receive data

• Navigate ADP Payroll System

• Google Suite: Email, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Drive

• Microsoft Office Suite: Word and Excel

• Quickbase: Inventory and Payment Summary Program

• Concur: Expense reports, travel • Internet Connectivity and Website Navigation

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions provided they are qualified in all other functions of this position.

LIFTING/BENDING/MOVING:

Lift 50lbs Frequently

Walk distances greater than 1 mile occasionally

Standing for extended periods of time

Sedentary for extended periods of time

Climb ladders of 6’ and greater heights  Stoop / Kneel / Crouch for extended periods of time

Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus with natural eye sight or corrective lenses.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions provided they are qualified in all other functions of this position.

JOB HAZARDS:

Repeated regular exposure to extreme heat and UV

Physically demanding; lifting and moving equipment daily  Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts

Frequently exposed to hydrocarbon fumes and airborne particulate

Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions

Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals

Potential for risk of electrical shock

The noise level in the work environment will vary from no protection to protection required in designated areas.

VOLUNTARY EMPLOYMENT: Employment with the Company is entered into voluntarily and both you and the Company are free to end the employment relationship at any time, for any or no reason, with or without cause or advance notice so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law. The role and responsibilities set forth in this job description are not intended to create a contract, nor are they to be construed to constitute contractual obligations of any kind or a contract of employment between the Company and any of its employees.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Shift:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Rotating shift

Work Location: In person