JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY: Serve as first line supervisor on a Water Tender with primary responsibility for wildland fire support. The position is located in areas with the added complexities of wildland urban interface, including proximity of high-value improvements.

WORK HOURS: Typically 12-16 hour operational periods not to exceed 14-21 consecutive days or for duration of assignment.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is primarily preformed in forest or desert environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with vegetation, and in smoky conditions, etc. Temperatures vary from above 100 degrees to below freezing. The work environment involves high risks with regular and recurring exposure to potentially dangerous situations, such as fires that are out of control or unusual environmental stress where high risk factors exist which cannot be reasonably controlled.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work frequently involves long shifts, complex decision making, and extended periods of time away from home. In many situations, the duration of the activity contributes to the arduous nature and physical and mental demands of the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Suppression Work - Responsible for day-to-day operation of a Water Tender, Supervises operation of Water Tender in responding to wildland fires. Directs the Tender to fire locations and positions Tender in appropriate locations in consideration of safety of crew and equipment. Evaluates onsite conditions, makes tactical decisions, and determines appropriate responses. Keeps dispatcher or superior informed and requests additional assistance as necessary. Maintains records and prepares reports on crew hours and movement and history of action taken on fires. Responsible for adhering to agency requirements including the Incident Command System, fire suppression principles and procedures, maintenance and training in the use of appropriate personal protection equipment, and local and state laws.
Nonsuppression Work - Responds to a wide variety of incidents in addition to fire suppression and prescribed burn responsibilities, Ensures the maintenance of crew fleet equipment by coordinating repairs and scheduling maintenance with approved facilities. Maintains vehicles to a specified degree of fire readiness and appearance.
Supervisory Responsibilities- Provides administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the unit. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for crew members, which are clearly communicated. Observes workers performance; demonstrates and conducts work performance critiques. Provides informal feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Resolves informal complaints and grievances. Provides advice and counsel to workers related to work and administrative matters. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area.
Other Duties as Assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Required Qualifications:

• A High School Diploma or GED.
• Read, speak and write fluent English.
• Current CDL: Class B or A with Air Brakes and tank endorsement.- Excellent Transcript required for insurance company Approval.
• Must be able to pass a live scan and pre employment drug test.
• Must be able to mobilize away from home for period of 14-21 days.
• Must successfully complete CAL FIRE/USFS Annual 8-hour Safety and Operational training.

Three years off the highway experience operating vehicles with multi-speed automatic transmissions, with a gross vehicle weight of at least 36,000 pounds or greater.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Introduction to ICS (I-100).
• Firefighter Training (S-130).
• Introduction to Fire Behavior (S-190).
• First Aid/CPR.

 NOTE TO APPLICANTS:

All applicants must attach the following to their application.

1. Copy of Current CAL Fire/USFS Safety Card
2. Copy Of Front and Back of Current CDL License
3. Any Additional NWCG / State Fire Training Certificates 
4. Copy of Resume