What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rapid City Fire Department Wildland Fuels Module Crewmember position at City of Rapid City?
Description
The Rapid City Fire Department BLM Veterans Wildfire Mitigation Crew is a non-benefited position that is available for veterans to assist the City of Rapid City with wildfire preparedness in hazardous fuel removal. The intention of this program is to provide training to veterans who are recently transitioning from active duty back to civilian life.
- Preference is given to veterans who can provide a DD-214 and have finished active duty within the last five years prior to submitting an application.
Position Details
ABOUT OUR JOB
This position is meant to provide training in areas of firefighting, emergency preparedness, equipment operation, forestry, parks and public education. This position will provide training to enhance the job skills and employment opportunities for qualified veterans. Funding for this position is provided by a grant from the Bureau of Land Management. The maximum number of hours an employee can work in a calendar year is 1,560. Employment is conditional upon availability of BLM funds and availability of current assignments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned.
- Implements forest management plans through trimming, thinning, and removal of trees deemed to be a threat to the health of the urban forest.
- Rid tree debris through either chipping or burning of slash piles.
- Operates large skid steer loader, hydraulic cutting head, dump truck, pickups, utility vehicles, and hand and power tools such as chainsaws and hand shovels.
- Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment to maintain safe operation.
- Works as a team member to accomplish the end goal of the project.
- Must be able to obtain S-130/190 wildland firefighting certification, and S212 Wildfire Chainsaws
Days and hours may vary.
Additional Information
ABOUT YOU
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position's essential functions.
Age Requirement: Must be age 18 or older.
Education and/or Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
