What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fuels Personnel position at Yavapai-Apache Nation?
JOB OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT
Job Title: Fuels Personnel (2)
Report To: Fire Management Officer
Department: Wildland Fire
Job Vacancy: YAN-25-29
Status: Full-Time; Non-Exempt
Starting Wage: $16.00 per
Opening Date: March 17, 2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Fuels Personnel will work on the reduction and restoration of fire adapted ecosystems. This work may entail thinning of timber, woodlands, or shrubs with chainsaws and other small engine equipment, utilizing prescribed fire to reduce fuels; pilling and chipping of slash; chemical application to undesirable fuels; monitoring pre- and post- fire effects, and fire suppression on occasion. May participate in prescribed fire and wildfire activities, which may include; burn unit prep, fire operations and maintenance of equipment and supplies, mop up and monitoring.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prefer High School Diploma or GED certification.
- Must have experience with chainsaws, and other small engine equipment.
- Must have experience in mechanical repairs to maintain assigned equipment.
- Must have knowledge of methods and techniques in related field.
- Must be able to use power equipment for and extended amounts of time.
- Must be able to stand for extended period of time.
- Prefer valid Arizona Driver’s License.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Perform duties of fuel reduction and restoration such as cutting trees, hauling debris, raking, weed eating and burning piles.
· Safe operation of various equipment such as power saws and small engine equipment.
· Clear and remove vegetation and debris.
· Maintain and perform minor repairs on assigned equipment and tools.
· Maintain a positive working relationship with Tribal employees.
· Performs other duties assigned.
· Utilize a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques, such as Pulaski, shovel McLeod, ax and chainsaw.
Physical Requirements:
How to apply: Please submit your resume and application to:
Yavapai-Apache Nation / Human Resources
2400 W. Datsi / Camp Verde, AZ 86322
P: 928-567-1062 / Fax: 928-567-1064
www.yavapai-apache.org
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Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes. To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.
WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN AND COMPLETE A BACKGROUND CHECK WHICH WILL INCLUDE FINGERPRINTING
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Camp Verde, AZ 86322 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Camp Verde, AZ 86322: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16
