Wildland Firefighter - Engine

National Park Service • Sausalito, California • $29.24 / hour • 1w ago

JOB SUMMARY: Positions at the GS-07 level have been identified as key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. These positions have been categorized as a Supervisory Fire Engine Operator (SEOP), and require selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. Detailed information regarding IFPM positions can be found at the IFPM website. MAJOR DUTIES: This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Wildland Fire. Under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location identified in this Public Notice. Veterans' Preference is not applicable to this announcement. To learn more about Direct-Hire Authority, go to: OPM.GOV Hiring Information - DHA. The National Park Service (NPS) is looking for temporary employees to work on Engine Crews in Sausalito, CA (Golden Gate NRA). For more information on Types of Crews, click here. A Wildland Firefighter (GS-07) serves as an experienced leader and member on an Engine crew. Directs the operation of a wildland fire engine, ensuring the correct positioning, proper use and operation. Personally performs and directs other in starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting engine speed and pump valves, laying hose, and using appropriate nozzles and nozzle adjustments in effective use of water and additives. Responsible for maintenance of specialized equipment. Operates a variety of motor vehicles. For contact information and housing availability, visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES website. To view a list of contacts by agency, select California. For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/. IMPORTANT: Click the 'Apply for this job' button to view a complete job description.