Wildland Firefighter 2 Fuel Truck Driver
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
26 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Physical and Environmental Demands:
The Fuel Truck Driver will need to pass a physical fitness test (Light Test) within 3 weeks of hiring. This test will consist of a 1-mile walk. To pass the test you must complete that walk in 16 minutes or less. Fuel Truck drivers can expect be on their feet for multiple hours at a time. Fuel truck drivers will need to be able to lift heavy objects (50 lbs. or more) for long durations during the day. Fuel truck drivers may assist on loading and unloading of the helicopters gear; this includes chainsaws line gear buckets foam buckets etc.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities: List the knowledge skills and abilities (behaviors) typically required for the first day of work. You may also list preferred knowledge skills and abilities.
Fuel truck drivers will need to have at a minimum Class B Commercial Drivers License with a Hazardous Material air brakes and tanker endorsements. Fuel truck driver must also obtain a CDL medical card and maintain this card during employment. Fuel truck driver must be able and available to work extended hours and weekends. Periodic travel within the state that could last up to 14 days should be expected. Fuel Truck Driver must have considerable knowledge in truck operations fueling systems map reading 2-way radio and GPS applications.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. A valid drivers license is required with less than 12 conviction points in the most recent completed 36 months.
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK:
In accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act the person selected must produce within three days of hire documents that show authorization to work in the United States. Examples of such documentation include a birth certificate or Social Security card along with a drivers license or other picture I.D. or a U.S. passport or a green card.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Core Values:
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservations Forestry and Trust Land Division recognizes that building a collaborative professional and inclusive work environment is critical to fulfilling our mission of managing protecting and promoting stewardship of Montanas forests and lands for the benefit of current and future generations and our trust beneficiaries. We hold ourselves to these high standards as we are accountable to the people of Montana.
- We value and respect each other.
- We create collaborative work environments.
- We build and maintain strong relationships.
- We practice accountability.
- We celebrate our successes and take pride in our work.
Job Overview:
This position is located at Central Land Office and is a critical piece of the Area Aviation Unit. This position has primary responsibilities of transporting bulk Jet A fuel by truck and dispensing it into DNRCs MT205 helicopters in support of wildland fires. Work assignments require cooperation and coordination with County State and Federal agencies the general public permanent and seasonal employees and private contractors. The position assists with seasonal activities related to wildland fire suppression the maintenance of buildings grounds and vehicles and fire-related projects of the Aviation Unit. One priority for the Area is our cooperator relationships therefore the CLO Fuel Truck Driver will help build and maintain relationships with the adjoining DNRC Areas surrounding National Forests and other federal agencies and surrounding counties. This position assists with County Co-Op and Land Office helicopter related training to ensure safe aircraft fueling is performed. Consequently the Fuel Truck Driver will provide input in developing aviation safety plans tracking vehicle maintenance schedules and be proficient with DNRC 1500 manual fueling procedures DOT driving regulations and general aviation safety procedures.
This position reports directly to the Area Aviation Officer.
This position provides refueling support for State Helicopter Operations. Fuel truck driver will utilize two-way radios to receive requests for and provide fuel for helicopter operations; maintains records of all fueling systems to fuel tank pump filtering system hoses and bonding cables to assure safe operations; perform other tasks as assigned during the non-fire season duration of the appointment.
Essential Functions (Major Duties or Responsibilities):
Fuel Truck Driver:
Fuel Truck operations and routine maintenance: This will include safe operation of fuel truck within established MT-DOT and MT- DNRC policies and daily truck inspections (check fluid levels lights etc). This will also include navigation to and from incidents across the state while maintaining positive communication with the assigned Helicopter. Fuel truck drivers will be tasked with keeping track of all fuel receipts (diesel and Jet-A) making sure they are stored in the appropriate manner. If deficiencies are found it is the Fuel Truck Drivers obligation to notify the appropriate supervisors.
Fuel System Operations and routine maintenance: Fuel truck driver will be tasked with safely fueling the helicopter in the field and at the hanger. It is the fuel truck drivers obligation to follow pre-set protocols for safe aircraft fueling. Fuel truck driver will also do daily inspections on the entire Jet A fueling systems as well as daily inspections of the Jet-A itself. All inspections must be documented and stored in the appropriate place. It will be up to the Fuel Truck Driver to ensure this is being completed. If deficiencies are found it is the Fuel Truck Drivers obligation to notify the appropriate chains.
Helispot coordination: When no management is present the fuel truck driver may be asked to find an appropriate helicopter landing area (helispot). Marking hazards marking the touchdown pad and marking the wind will be critical aspects to helispot coordination. Keeping a clear and clean helispot will be the responsibility of the Fuel Truck Driver in the absence of the Helicopter Manager or Aviation Supervisor. Fuel Truck Driver will also be asked to be the point of contact from the helispot to the helicopter.
Training: The Fuel Truck Driver will be tasked with training on the operations of the fueling systems incase of an emergency. All resources working within our program will undergo a safety briefing for the Fuel Truck. This briefing will be the responsibility of the Fuel Truck Driver.
APPLICATION MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION ARE:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
HELPFUL HINT: You must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application.
Benefits:
- Paid Vacation Sick Leave and Holidays
- Health Dental Prescription and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Plans
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here learn more and see if you may qualify!
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Key Skills
- Inventory Control
- Basic Math
- Paratransit
- Tanker Experience
- Van Driver
- Box Truck Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Commercial Vehicle Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
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