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• This is a developmental leadership position with the goal of the incumbent to attain Engine Boss and Crew Boss qualifications by the end of the funding term. Travel is
• Provides technical and administrative supervision to fire crews. Directs the operation of a wildland fire engines, modules, and crews. Is responsible for maintenance of specialized equipment and ensures fire equipment and vehicles are kept in a full state of readiness.
• During initial attack fire suppression activities, locates fire line and directs and participates in fire line construction, backfiring and burnout operations, engine and pump operations, tree falling and holding/patrol /mop up operation May be required to be a fully qualified chain saw operator.
• Performs all aspects of wildland and prescribed fire operations including preparation, ignition, monitoring, holding and mop- Moves dirt, chops brush, removes small trees, etc. to construct a fire line.
• Gathers and considers information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior during suppression of wildland fire
• Inventory fuel beds, prepare associated reports, perform hazard fuel reduction projects, monitor burning conditions, pile vegetation debris and act in assigned positions such as ignition or holding specialist or other positions during actual fuel reduction efforts by prescribed
• May perform project work and lead other workers in the same type of work which may include, but is not limited to: cleaning outdoor recreational facilities, mowing grass and trimming shrubs, performing trail maintenance and building maintenance duties; removes and disposes of hazard trees; and so forth.
• Implements formal and informal training programs to comply with policy and  
• Conducts and participates in wildland fire and safety
• Conducts and participates in safety sessions and fire
• Conducts and participates in crew efficiency checks and
• Other duties as assigned