Equipment Operator Journey 2 PCN 10-9278
Equipment Operator Journey 2 PCN 10-9278
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Job Description
The Department of Natural Resources Division of Forestry & Fire Protectionis recruiting for an Equipment Operator Journey 2 in Fairbanks.
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check ourresidency definition to determine if you qualify.
What You Will Be Doing:
Working in this position under direction you will perform as an equipment operator maintaining over 150 miles of forest roads that are the only vehicle access to state forest lands for wildfire access and for commercial and recreational access to state forest lands.
You will operate heavy fire line construction equipment in rugged terrain such as bulldozers loaders and motor graders in fire prevention and suppression work as a Fire Equipment Operator. Fire Equipment Operators are trained in firefighting and operating heavy equipment used in wildland fire control forest protection and conservation project work. Operating heavy equipment is required on the fire line on steep narrow mountain roads under hazardous conditions for road construction and other forestry construction projects. Must be able to work under wet and muddy conditions.
May assist with wildland fire suppression in other qualified positions as needed
Mission and Values/Culture:
The Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DOF) provides forest resource management on 20 million acres and the vital public safety function of wildland fire protection on over 150 million acres. The Division of Forestry is responsible for developing conserving and enhancing Alaskas forests to provide a sustainable supply of forest resources for Alaskans. The Division is also responsible for ensuring wildland fire suppression resources are in a state of readiness to safely manage wildland fires that pose a threat to life property and resources
Benefits of Joining Our Team:
The position is part of a dynamic team that includes professional foresters wildland firefighters heavy equipment operators and GIS analysts which provides broad exposure to many disciplines and diverse crosstraining opportunities. Careerlong learning and innovation are building blocks of Forestrys culture. The working environment is friendly flexible and supportive and we strongly believe in a healthy worklife balance.
The Working Environment You Can Expect:
This position is located in Fairbanks at 3700 Airport Way. The selected candidate will work with a collaborative team that is comprised of highly motivated and dedicated individuals who strive to provide excellent service and support and respect the individual. We promote a healthy life and work balance and enjoy a positive work environment.
This position requires travel by ATV snowmachine small plane helicopter and boat to remote locations in Interior Alaska. The ability to travel and work in adverse weather conditions is required. Field work conditions are often arduous and work tasks may be performed independently. Hazards that may be encountered include rugged terrain aviation use hazardous material handling and bears. Work may be performed in inclement weather (cold rain snow) at all times of year. Position may be available for fire assignments; must be available to travel away from the duty location for extended periods of time; and must be able and willing to fly in small fixedwing aircraft helicopters and small boats as necessary. Position may require travel both in and outofstate for fire suppression assignments; may be on standby or recall status during the fire season; may be assigned work in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days
We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following positionspecific competencies.- Industrial Equipment Operation: Knowledge of principles and methods for operating industrial equipment.
- Decision Making: Makes sound wellinformed and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action even in uncertain situations to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
- Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
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Additional Required Information
** Please read the information below carefully. **
SPECIAL NOTICES- Must be able to obtain a Red Card with an arduous fitness rating.
- Many of the duties performed in the job require considerable physical exertion working outdoors in all terrain and weather conditions working long hours and working extended periods away from home. Duties include but are not limited to the ability to carry up to 45 pounds run bend twist walk and/or climb. A work capacity or pack test must be passed at the Arduous level. This test involves the applicant completing a 3mile hike carrying a 45pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less.
- The incumbent must hold or be able to attain a Class A Commercial Drivers License with a Tanker endorsement. Assistance in obtaining your CDL may be available.
Application Notice
How to Apply page. Your application must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.
Supplemental Questions
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicants level of competence in applying certain behaviors knowledge skills and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery Fluency Literacy and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.
Education
If postsecondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position.
Special Instructions for Foreign Education
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. postsecondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the postsecondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Work Experience
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name job title employment dates and whether full or parttime. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase.
Note:Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application entirely. Noting see resume or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
Bargaining Unit
If you are acurrent state employee please mark the union you are a member of at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee.
Firearms
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104208 if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold this position.
A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is an offense that is 1 a misdemeanor under Federal or state law and 2 has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by a current or former spouse parent or guardian of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse parent or guardian or by a person similarly situated to a spouse parent or guardian of the victim.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aides or services or alternative communication formats should callorin Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 oror correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.Please be sure to check your junk folder for any messages that may be sent to you about this recruitment.
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For specific information about this position please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:
Egil Fjellheim
Equipment Forman
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Employment Type
Temp
