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Salary Breakdown

Firefighters

Average

$48,750

ANNUAL

$23.44

HOURLY

Entry Level

$31,530

ANNUAL

$15.16

HOURLY

Mid Level

$47,520

ANNUAL

$22.85

HOURLY

Expert Level

$63,760

ANNUAL

$30.65

HOURLY


Current Available & Projected Jobs

Firefighters

33

Current Available Jobs

5,410

Projected job openings through 2030

Supporting Certifications

 Coconino Community College

Degree Recommendations


Top Expected Tasks

Firefighters


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Firefighters

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Public Safety and Security

KNOWLEDGE

Customer and Personal Service

KNOWLEDGE

Education and Training

KNOWLEDGE

Building and Construction

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Coordination

SKILL

Judgment and Decision Making

SKILL

Service Orientation

SKILL

Active Learning

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Arm-Hand Steadiness

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

ABILITY

Far Vision


Job Opportunities

Firefighters

  • Lead Wildland Firefighter - Direct Hire Authority
    National Park Service    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted about 3 hours    

    Summary This position is located in Saguaro National Park; duty location Tucson, AZ. Incumbent is the Lead Wildland Firefighter and member of a wildland fire module or crew, exercising leadership for and executing fire management activities in fire preparedness, fuels management and prevention, and fire suppression, monitoring, and post-fire; Work also includes all hazard and emergency response activities. For additional questions about this position contact John Thornburg at [email protected]. Responsibilities Mentor and instruct lower graded employees on crewmember duties. Plan action and direct utilization of fireline resources on less complex fires. For more complex fires, direct assigned suppression operations and recommend and implement tactical strategy on attacking, controlling, or mopping up fires, building or patrolling firelines, cleaning up burned areas within firelines, suppressing spot fires, felling snags or trees, and cutting brush. Adjusts actions based on changing information and evolving situational awareness. Uses firing devices on a firing operation according to the ignition/firing plan (verbal or written). Coordinates with aircraft for aviation support missions. Coordinates module or crew logistics and places caches of equipment and supplies at strategic points. Operates, moves, inspects, and performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment to include crew carriers, fire engines, command vehicles, pickups, and other specialized equipment. Uses judgment to safely operate, maneuver, and set up vehicles and equipment in a variety of environments including urban, grassland, and mountainous terrain. Ensures adherence to vehicle safety procedures when transporting personnel, fuel, and equipment, considering bridge and road limits, equipment weight and length, and weather effects. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship required. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. This is a Test Designated Position. You will be required to submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. Must pass the Work Capacity Test for certain Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) or Fire Program Management (FPM) positions. Prior to appointment, you must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties; and pass a medical examination given by an authorized government physician. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Must be 18 years of age at time of close date of announcement. Under age 37; less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position or a veteran preference eligible, older than age 37 and is requesting a waiver to the requirement. If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable). You will be required to operate a government motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service fire uniform standards. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. Subject to frequent extended travel up to 14 nights a month particularly during fire season, and you must obtain a government charge card for travel. Incumbent will be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. Government housing is not available. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. To receive credit for experience, your resume MUST clearly indicate the nature of the duties and responsibilities for each position, starting and ending dates of employment (month/year), and the resume must reflect full and/or part-time or total number of hours worked (i.e., work 40+ hours a week, rather than indicating full-time). If part-time, the hours must be annotated to be able to pro-rate the amount qualified specialized experience. This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program management (IFPM) Standard. This position requires selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position. For more information on IFPM, click here. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: GS-08: Applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service. Examples of qualifying specialized experience includes: Served as a skilled firefighter leading or supervising the operation of a Wildland Fire Module; Maintained specialized wildland fire equipment and tools; Ensured Module equipment is kept in a full state of readiness for emergency fire dispatch; Lead work directly related to wildland fire suppression and control activities including suppression, preparedness, prevention, monitoring, hazardous fuels reduction, and prescribed burning; Made initial evaluation of fire situations, determines rate of spread, potential hazards to property and other improvements, suppression method to use, hose lays, deployment of crew, point of initial attack, type of tools to use. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS: Successful completion and have currency in the Primary NWCG Core Requirements of: Incident Commander Type 4 (ICT4) AND Firing Boss (FIRB) AND Crew Boss (CRWB) AND Primary firefighter positions include the following age requirements: Under age 37 -OR- Less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service worked in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position -OR- A veteran preference eligible, older than age 37 and is requesting a waiver to the maximum age requirement. In order to be considered for this position, copies of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training documents) which contain documented proof of the certification or attainment of the IFPM Selective Placement Factor for this position MUST be attached to your application. Red cards are not acceptable documentation. Currency Requirement: Required to maintain currency once hired into the position. Currency of NWCG qualifications is not required for selection. If not currently qualified, the applicant must provide documented evidence that they have been fully qualified in the past and are able to regain currency within one year of being hired. Failure to provide this documentation will result in disqualification. This position is covered by the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336 (c) and 5 U.S.C. 8412 (d) as a Primary/Rigorous Firefighter. Applicants must be 18 years of age, but not have reached their 37th birthday by the closing date of this announcement. These positions are covered by the special enhanced annuity retirement provisions for Federal Firefighters and Law Enforcement officers and have a mandatory retirement age of 57. Two exceptions are allowed: 1) an applicant has prior Federal service in documented special retirement covered position(s) sufficient to count toward 20 years of covered service on or before the mandatory retirement age of 57; or 2) an applicant is a qualified veterans' preference eligible, in which case the MEA is waived and their corresponding retirement age may be higher than 57 after completing 20 years of service. Applicants must submit proof of their previous and/or current status in the Fire Fighter or Law Enforcement special enhanced annuity retirement system. WORK CAPACITY TEST (WCT) for Wildland Firefighters: This position participates in wildland firefighting activities. Based on the type of work performed, TAKING and PASSING the WCT at the ARDUOUS level is a "condition of employment." The Arduous fitness (Pack) test requires completing a three (3) mile hike within forty-five (45) minutes, while carrying a forty-five (45) pound pack. You are strongly encouraged to consult with your physician and begin training immediately if applying for this position. This announcement constitutes the required 30 days advanced notice for testing requirements. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no qualifying education for this grade/series combination. Additional Information This notice is being issued to recruit personnel to occupations for which a critical hiring need has been identified. To assist in filling these positions, OPM has granted the Department of the Interior "Direct Hire Authority". A Recruitment Incentive May Be Authorized for a newly selected employee when appointed to a permanent, temporary, or term position. A Federal employee who is transferring to the National Park Service from another component, bureau or Federal agency and who does not meet the conditions under 5 CFR §575.102 is not eligible for a recruitment incentive. A Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized for a Federal employee when the employee must move, as directed by the National Park Service (NPS) either through a management directed reassignment or selection for employment, to a different location at least 50 miles away from the one where his/her position of record held at time of selection is currently located, due to a need of the NPS. A relocation incentive is not the same as a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move and, as such, may be granted in conjunction with one another. Physical Demands: Arduous exertion for protracted periods of time such as, but not limited to, extensive running, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, pulling hoses, jumping and twisting, prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and recurring bending, reaching, lifting and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds and shared lifting and carrying of heavier items, and similar activities requiring at least average agility and dexterity. Working Conditions: Forest, range, and desert environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with thick tangled vegetation, smoky conditions, etc. Temperatures commonly exceed 100 degrees F and may fall below freezing. Risks include smoke inhalation, fire entrapment, snake or insect bites and stings, exposure to excessive machinery noise, and falling and rolling material. Employee must adjust and cope with exposure to weather elements,, dust and smoke, poor bivouac and eating situations under an unpredictable set of circumstances. Firefighters may be required to live in backcountry camps for extended periods of time. The hazardous nature of the work requires that personal protective equipment (PPE) be worn (e.g.: boots, hard hat, gloves, flame resistant clothing). Work may require travel by fixed-wing or rotor-wing aircraft. A selectee receiving a first appointment is entitled only to the lowest step of the grade for which selected.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Field Technician
    Kelly Services    Chandler, AZ 85286
     Posted about 3 hours    

    Job Summary:

    We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Field Technician to join our team. As a Field Technician, you will be responsible for working on industrial equipment in the field, specifically ultrapure water (UPW) systems. This is a hands-on role that requires physical strength, the ability to lift heavy objects, and the willingness to wear protective personal equipment. If you have experience in UPW operations and are looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

    Job Specifications:

    - Job Type: Full-time, Onsite

    - Location: 4500 S Dobson Rd Chandler AZ 85248 - Ocotillo campus

    - Pay Rate: $21-22/hr depending on experience

    - Shift: Night shift (12-hour shift) 5:45 pm to 6:15 am Wednesday - Friday e/o Saturday (training on day shift for approximately 3 months)

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    As a Field Technician, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

    - Role modeling safety practices and adhering to safety protocols

    - Starting up UPW equipment under the guidance of the system engineer

    - Collecting UPW samples and conducting routine analysis using test equipment

    - Operating UPW equipment and systems through computer interfaces

    - Performing maintenance activities on UPW equipment and test equipment

    - Loading/unloading UPW resin, RO membranes, filters, and other materials

    - Safely handling and transferring liquid chemicals from tank trucks to bulk storage tanks

    - Utilizing forklifts, mobile elevated platforms, and pallet jacks to move equipment and materials

    - Developing pre-task plans and ensuring their implementation

    - Collaborating as a team member with exceptional customer service skills

    Qualifications & Skills:

    To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

    - Minimum 2-3 years of specific UPW operations experience

    - Good verbal and written communication skills

    - Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and general computer use

    - Hazardous material/chemical handling training, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

    - Control of Hazardous Energies (CoHE) training

    - CPR/first aid training

    - Fall protection and ladder safety training

    - Scissor lift/Mobile Elevated Work Platform training

    - Forklift and pallet jack training

    - High school diploma or GED required; AS degree preferred (military experience can be considered as a substitute or additional experience)

    Opportunities:

    In this position, you will have the opportunity to:

    - Gain valuable experience in working with ultrapure water systems

    - Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers and technicians

    - Enhance your technical skills through training programs

    - Contribute to the success and growth of our company

    Note: This role requires 100% onsite work. Local candidates only.

    If you are a motivated and experienced Field Technician with a passion for UPW operations, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team!

    As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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    About Kelly

    Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

    Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.
    Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

    Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • LEAD FIREFIGHTER
    Air Combat Command    Davis Monthan AFB, AZ 85707
     Posted 1 day    

    Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Lead Firefighter responsible for a major piece of firefighting equipment and its regularly assigned crew of three or more firefighters engaged in airfield and structural firefighting and rescue operations and the reduction and/or elimination of potential fire hazards. Responsibilities Leads a crew of three or more firefighters, including at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent) assigned to man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a pumper, aerial ladder truck, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations. Directs firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and equipment. Directs assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex (e.g., bombers, cargo, and passenger) aircraft; the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; and the performance of hazardous material (HAZMAT) containment and control and/or Basic Life Support duties. Leads assigned crew and performs emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility. In addition, also prepares monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual training schedules for approval. Assigns crew members to perform maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities and conducts recurring proficiency training in each functional area of fire protection. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. This position will support the Federal Government's response to efforts to COVID-19. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This is a Term position NTE 13 Months; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements IOR for the GS Fire Protections and Prevention Series 0081. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the positions: (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents; and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures. Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification. Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems. Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate), and operating communications equipment. Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads. Ability to provide leadership and integrate the actions of a crew under emergency conditions. MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: Title 5 U.S.C. 3307 authorizes the head of any agency to establish a maximum entry age for the original appointment of individuals to the position of primary and rigorous firefighter. For initial appointments, applicants cannot have reached their 37th birthday by date of appointment. Individuals who are past the maximum entry age limit (37 years) and have prior Federal civilian firefighter experience covered by title 5 U.S.C. section 8336(c), need to upload their first Appointment SF50's into a GS-0081 position to verify if age waiver is still required or if that time can be subtracted from your current age and qualify for reentry without the age waiver. Effective 1 Jun 00, all DoD firefighters and contract fire and emergency service personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for promotion to that level. Applicants must list their current firefighter related licenses and certificates on their resumes. Please attach copies of certifications when you submit the resume to verify qualification requirements for the position. Certification requirements for this position are: Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, HAZMAT Technician (under NFPA standards adopted by DoD), Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper. Possess State of National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification. Maintains current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Selective Placement Factor: Associates degree and current professional credential designation through The Center for Public Safety Excellence (Fire Officer (FO)) or the National Fire Academy's (Managing Fire Officer (MFO)) is highly desired for the position. IMPORTANT: If you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR) please provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. Note: If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reachback center at [email protected]. If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your individual certifications or transcript at the time of your application or you will be removed from consideration. Special Retirement Provisions Authority: FERS Position covered as rigorous under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters . Position covered as rigorous under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters . PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Field Technician I
    Rain for Rent    Chandler, AZ 85286
     Posted 3 days    

    Description

    What we do: Rain for Rent moves water every day. We are the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions and are known for our systems engineering expertise, ability to tackle complex jobs cost effectively, and providing high value to organizations with critical liquid management issues. Our experienced teams, backed by skilled engineers, are continually working to redefine what is expected from a liquids handling provider by developing new equipment and harnessing technology for the most demanding environments. Our Rain for Rent solutions exceed customers’ expectations for service and quality for their water-handling, irrigation and temporary liquid-storage problems. We strive to effectively and efficiently complete projects safely, on time and the right the first time.

    To learn more about us please check out our website here. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfacXlPz9a8)

    Rain for Rent’s employees are proud to work for this family owned business which has been in business for more than 80 years. We are committed to providing consistent, quality products and services to customers across the U.S., Canada and the UK from more than 65 locations. Honesty and integrity are valued at Rain for Rent and employees are committed to exceeding expectations for service and quality to our customers.

    Qualifications:

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures; report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources; participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals; and provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is not required to drive.

    This is a seasonal, part-time position.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments and material and equipment needs.

    + Select pipe sizes and types and related materials according to specifications.

    + Load, secure, and unload materials and equipment with appropriate tools, machinery, and other equipment according to specifications.

    + Inspect equipment, company vehicles, and tools for safety and functionality prior to travel to customer sites.

    + Track and maintain company tools and supplies and report any damaged or missing items to Supervisor.

    + Complete Job Site Analysis for customer or job sites where work is to be performed.

    + Assemble and secure pipes, fittings, and related equipment according to project specifications.

    + Inspect, examine, and test installed systems and pipe lines using pressure gauge, hydrostatic testing, observation, or other methods.

    + Perform demonstration of equipment for customers upon install and testing completion if required.

    + Using hand and power tools, modify, clean, and maintain pipe systems, units, fittings, pumps, and related machines and equipment following specifications.

    + Follow QSE regulations

    + Ensure total customer satisfaction prior to leaving jobsite and answer any questions they may have.

    + Promote cooperation and good communication with all Branch and Corporate personnel.

    + Be an active participant in the Company’s Safety Culture.

    + Know and practice company’s value proposition.

    + Perform all other duties as assigned.

    Other Competencies:

    Other job competencies required to be successful in this position that are not listed elsewhere include:

    + Able to work flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

    + Able to use a calculator, cellular telephone, and tape measure/ruler.

    + Able to read a map and calculate distances.

    + Must be Motivated, a Team player, Safety-Oriented, and have a Customer Service orientation

    What we offer:• Advancing your career through company provided training and development • A competitive base salary paid on a weekly basis• Nine paid holidays and paid time off program• Tuition reimbursement• Employees also participate in excellent Benefits (http://www.rainforrent.com/) including: Medical, dental, vision and a matching 401k plan

    When you join the Rain for Rent team, you will have the opportunity to make friends in the course of doing good business and can contribute positively to your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.

    Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.

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    Qualifications

    Experience

    Preferred

    + 1 year: of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Wildland Firefighter - Direct Hire Authority
    Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs    Fort Defiance, AZ 86504
     Posted 6 days    

    Summary This permanent full-time seasonal hotshot position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Navajo Region, Branch of Wildland Fire Management, Operations - Hotshot Section, Duty Station in Fort Defiance, Arizona and will be filled from Standard PD Number: DX00200. This announcement will be used to fill vacancies utilizing the Direct-Hire Authority (5CFR 337.201). Category rating, veteran's preference, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do NOT apply for this vacancy. Responsibilities Serves as a trained member of a wildland fire module or hand crew/engine crew executing fuels management, fire suppression, monitoring, and post-fire activities. Specific specialty areas of work within fire modules or crews include fire engine operation, fire management planning, fuels management, and prevention. Work may also include all hazard and emergency response activities. May be assigned to carry out specialized assignments such as tree falling, backfire and burnout operations; utilizes a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques while actively managing wildfires. May be required to operate light vehicles and 4X4s. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: GS-4: Six (6) months of general work experience and six (6) months of specialized work experience equivalent to at least the GS-3 grade level in the Federal Service; OR two (2) years of education above the high school level with related course work; OR a combination of education and work experience - for example, three months of general experience and three months of specialized experience (50% of the experience requirement), and 30 semester hours of the required college coursework (50% of the education requirement) when combined meets the total requirements for the position. See below for qualifying experience and education: GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Work experience or military service that demonstrated the ability to follow directions and to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures and that otherwise demonstrates the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized work experience may include the following: Wildland Fire Suppression such as digging hand line, building or patrolling fireline, suppressing spot fires, mopping up fires, hose lays, connecting buckets to drop water or retardant during firefighting operations, etc. Wildland Fuels Management such as prescribed burning, clearing up burned areas within fireline, felling snags or trees and/or cutting brush around fireline, collecting fuel loads, etc. Monitoring Wildland Fire such as weather, topography, smoke, fire effects, fire behavior, fire location, collect and record fire related data, etc. Wildland Fire Preparedness such as maintains fire tools and equipment - Pulaski's, shovels, McLeods, chainsaws, fire hose, pumps, drip torches, power equipment, vehicles, radios, etc. EDUCATION: Successfully completed a 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university (60 semester hour or 90 quarter hours) in Wildland Fire Training, Wildland Fire Science, Wildland Fire Technology or other directly related fields of study, such as forestry, range management or conservation, or natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography). SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: This is a MANDATORY qualification prerequisites to qualify for this position. The applicant must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements under the Standards for Interagency Hotshot Crew Operations to be considered eligible for this Firefighter position. Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) or higher You MUST provide a current copy of your Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record or other agency equivalent documentation which verifies you meet this required qualification for this position when submitting your application. NOTE: Selective factors are knowledges, skills, abilities, or special qualifications that are in addition to the minimum requirements in a qualification standard but are determined to be essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Applicants who do not meet the selective factors are ineligible for further consideration. MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE (MEA) AND FIREFIGHTER SPECIAL RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a Primary/Rigorous Firefighter position under the special retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336 (c) (CSRS) and 5 U.S.C. 8412 (d) (FERS). The maximum entry-age (MEA) for this position shall not exceed age 37, unless you have sufficient prior Federal civilian law enforcement or firefighter experience or you are a preference eligible veteran. Applicants must be 18 years of age, but not have reached their 37th birthday by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants over the MEA of 37 MUST have enough prior covered service under the Firefighter Special Retirement benefit in order to be eligible for re-entry into a primary firefighter position. These positions are covered by the special enhanced annuity retirement provisions for Federal Firefighters and Law Enforcement officers and have a mandatory retirement age of 57. Two exceptions are allowed: 1) an applicant has prior Federal service in documented special retirement covered position(s) sufficient to count toward 20 years of covered service on or before the mandatory retirement age of 57; or 2) an applicant is a qualified veterans' preference eligible, in which case the MEA is waived and their corresponding retirement age may be higher than 57 after completing 20 years of service. You must supply a copy of your Defense Department Form 214 (DD-214) along with Standard Form 15 (if applicable) and any associated documentation in accordance with the instructions in this vacancy announcement. Applicants are responsible for submitting all supporting documentation prior to the closing date of a vacancy for an MEA determination. Acceptable forms of documentation consist of SF-50's showing beginning and ending dates of covered/creditable Federal civilian appointments or copies of agency approved certification letters based upon individual claims for coverage. Failure to provide this documentation with your application may result in the loss of eligibility to receive a waiver of the maximum entry age requirement. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur within 90 days from the closing date. The duties of this position are so rigorous that employment is limited to physically vigorous individuals who must meet established maximum age and physical qualification requirements. Physical Demands: Arduous exertion for protracted periods of time such as, but not limited to, extensive running, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, pulling hoses, jumping and twisting, prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and recurring bending, reaching, lifting and carrying of items weighing over 50 pounds and shared lifting and carrying of heavier items, and similar activities requiring at least average agility and dexterity. Work Environment: Forest, range, and desert environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with thick tangled vegetation, smoky conditions, etc. Temperatures commonly exceed 100 degrees F and may fall below freezing. Risks include smoke inhalation, fire entrapment, snake or insect bites and stings, exposure to excessive machinery noise, and falling and rolling material. Employee must adjust and cope with exposure to weather elements, dust and smoke, poor bivouac and eating situations under an unpredictable set of circumstances. Firefighters may be required to live in backcountry camps for extended periods of time. The hazardous nature of the work requires that personal protective equipment be worn (e.g., boots, hard hat, gloves, flame resistant clothing) Education If you are qualifying based on your education, you MUST provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims. Unless otherwise stated: (1) official or unofficial transcripts are acceptable, or (2) you may submit a list with all of your courses, grades, semester, year, and credit for the course. All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement. If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work (credit hours) were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society. One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate school's definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study. If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education which shows the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: FOREIGN EDUCATION Additional Information Indian Preference Policy: Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC Section 472). Verification form BIA-4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference. No other documents will be accepted as proof of Indian Preference. All new hires earn the beginning salary of their pay grade (Step 1). See 2024 Salary Tables here and select the duty station from Fort Defiance, Arizona to choose the appropriate pay chart. If no specific chart is listed for this geographic location, see the "rest of U.S." chart. NOTE: This vacancy is utilizing the Nationwide Special Salary Table Number 001M along with applicable chart for designated geographic location. A supplemental pay increase of $20,000 or 50% of base pay per year, is currently authorized under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and will apply as long as funding is available. This is a permanent full-time seasonal career/conditional appointment. The incumbent will be in pay status at least 13 pay periods (26 weeks) or more depending on funding & workload not-to-exceed 25 pay periods (50 weeks) per calendar year. Services will not be required at certain times due to lack of work/funds, weather conditions, ceiling limitations or other unforeseen circumstances & will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status TRAVEL AND RELOCATION EXPENSES WILL NOT BE AUTHORIZED. ANY RELOCATION EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH REPORTING FOR DUTY WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE SELECTED EMPLOYEE. TELEWORK: Indian Affairs has has determined that the duties of this position are not suitable for telework under any circumstances. This position has been designated as an Incidental Operator under the Indian Affairs Motor Vehicle Safety Program and requires the incumbent to operate a motor vehicle in order to properly carry out his/her assigned duties but whose principal duties are not operating a motor vehicle and his/her position is not classified as a motor vehicle operator. The incumbent will be required initially and annually to acknowledge and certify possession of a valid state driver's license. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) OR Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) Programs provides placement assistance to permanent Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated. Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must submit a copy of their most recent performance appraisal, proof of eligibility, and most current SF50 noting position, grade level, duty location with their application. To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, applicants must be qualified (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee\_guides/career\_transition.asp


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • On-Call Field Technician (Summer)
    WSP USA    Safford, AZ 85546
     Posted 7 days    

    **This Opportunity**

    We are seeking entry level, **On-Call Field Technicians** to work over the summer months for our **Safford, Arizona** office. The successful candidate will conduct Construction Quality Assurance (CQA) observation and testing services for earthen and geosynthetic containment systems for local mining containment facilities.

    **Your Impact**

    + Field testing and sampling of soil, aggregate and concrete materials.

    + Geosynthetics monitoring and testing.

    + Construction observation and documentation.

    + Document interpretation to ensure projects are completed in accordance with project design drawings and technical specifications.

    + Interaction with both contractors and owners in a positive and constructive manner to solve issues that arise during construction.

    + Assist with other field activities as needed including but not limited to geophysical surveys, stormwater and groundwater sampling, surveying, etc.

    + Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

    + Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

    **Who You Are**

    Required Qualifications

    + A High School diploma or equivalent is required.

    + 0-2 years of experience.

    + The ability to perform all duties within established deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

    + Travel, including travel for extended assignments is required.

    + Daily report writing, and construction documentation is required.

    + The ability to communicate constructively with contractors, owners and WSP Project Managers is essential.

    + Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure.

    + Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Associates Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or other related discipline preferred.

    **About WSP**

    WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
    www.wsp.com

    WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

    At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

    WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

    The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

    **NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:**

    WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Construction Materials Testing Field Technician
    Universal Engineering Sciences    Tucson, AZ 85702
     Posted 7 days    

    **Job Responsibilities:**

    + Travel to various job sites

    + Perform field testing and inspections

    + Collects samples as product and/or raw materials

    + Performs preparation of samples

    + Document field activities and report findings to clients and supervisors

    **Required Qualifications:**

    + Willingness to learn and obtain certifications (ACI, ICC Soils, Nuclear Densometer) requested by supervisor within first year of employment

    **Preferred Qualifications:**

    + 1-3 year(s) relevant experience performing inspections on at least one type of construction material (such as soils, concrete, etc.)

    + 1-3 year(s) relevant experience on mining projects

    **About Speedie & Associates**

    **Speedie & Associates, a UES company,** is a dynamic, growing, Arizona-based consulting firm with offices in Phoenix, Tucson, and Flagstaff, Arizona.

    UES is a national leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Occupational Health & Safety, Virtual Design Consulting, and Building Envelope. With over 3,400 team members across 70+ branches in the United States, UES provides essential engineering services to some of the most prominent and significant projects in the country. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group’s Hot Firm list in 2021 and 2022, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future.

    **Our Team Members**

    Our team members bring unique skill sets, licenses and certifications, and experience to our firm, which diversifies our team and allows us to provide a wide variety of services uniquely **grounded in excellence** . Our team STRIVES to uphold our core values of **safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence** to ensure we meet client expectations, support our communities, and build a strong, reliable team. Our UES team members are kind, passionate, and driven, which creates collaborative workspaces and a sense of camaraderie among our team members. At UES, we are eager to hire, teach, and train the next generation of industry leaders and learn from the expertise of each team member who walks through our doors. **To learn more about UES, visit** **teamues.com**

    **Our Benefits**

    We understand that our team members are the glue that holds our business together. We value the individual contributions of each person, and we show this by offering comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance options, PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and so much more. If you have additional questions about our benefits, please contact our Recruitment team at [email protected]

    Check out our website: UES (http://teamues.com/) | Speedie (http://speedie.net/)

    Follow us on social media: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/universal-engineering-sciences-inc/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/universalengineeringsciences/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/universal\_engineering\_sciences/) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/UniversalEngSci) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXK2FHVTcS5o9uLEKO7RuYg)

    \#GroundedInExcellence

    _EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job._

    **Team:** Construction Services Department - Speedie

    **Work Type:** Full-Time

    **Location Type:** onsite


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Environmental Field Technician (Entry-Level)
    Protex The PT Xperts, LLC    Phoenix, AZ 85067
     Posted 7 days    

    JOB SUMMARY

    ProTeX Environmental Services is a full-service consulting firm that is based in Tempe, Arizona. We are looking for dynamic, self-starters, for entry-level environmental technician positions (0-2 years of experience).

    DAY-TO-DAY- Inspections & Reporting

    + Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments;

    + Asbestos, Lead and Mold sample collection;

    + Asbestos, Lead and Mold contractor oversight;

    + Industrial Hygiene Sampling;

    + Ability to work nights and/or weekends (when necessary);

    + Report Writing;

    + Some Limited Travel.

    SCHEDULE-

    Field Techs on the Environmental side have the brilliant luxury of working in the Field and in the Office. Schedule typically starts around 6am and typically 40 hours/week. Monday-Friday

    Some travel may be involved occasionally- a few days at a time, a few times per year- minimal.

    BENEFITS-

    Starting Hourly pay is $18/hour depending on experience

    Paid Time Off and 6 Paid Holidays/year

    Insurance in Health, Dental, Vision, and 401k

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    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Wildland Firefighter - Helitack
    National Park Service    Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
     Posted 9 days    

    Summary 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. For contacts and information regarding housing availability visit Fire Contacts on the DOI FIRES Jobs website and select Arizona. Responsibilities The National Park Service (NPS) is looking for temporary employees to work on Helitack (helicopter) crews in Grand Canyon, AZ (Grand Canyon NP). For more information on Crew Types, click here. A Wildland Firefighter (GS-04) is a trained wildland firefighter on a helitack crew. Loads helicopters, determines weight calculations, completes crew manifest and access remote areas by helicopter to construct helispots, or to attack small fires, hot spots, and spot fires. May be assigned to carry out specialized assignments such as tree falling, backfire, and burnout operations; utilizes a variety of specialized tools, equipment and techniques while actively managing wildfires. May be required to operate light vehicles and 4X4s. A Wildland Firefighter (GS-05) is a trained and experienced wildland firefighter on a helitack crew. Loads helicopter personnel and cargo considering methods, weight distribution, necessity for securing, total weights, etc. and completes manifests of personnel and equipment being transported to the fire or other work site. May exit helicopter in remote areas to construct helispots, or to attack small fires, hot spots, and spot fires. Gathers and considers information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents. May be required to operate light vehicles and 4X4s. For more information about temporary fire positions with DOI, go to the following link: https://www.firejobs.doi.gov/. Requirements Conditions of Employment SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. To register or verify your registration, go to the Selective Service System website. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Failure to satisfy the background check will result in cancellation of offer of employment or may be grounds for termination. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/TESTING: You must pass an initial pre-employment physical examination and must be able to pass the work capacity fitness test (must carry a 45 lb pack for 3 miles within 45 minutes). Failure to meet any of the required medical qualifications will disqualify you for employment. Any condition, which would cause you to be a hazard to yourself or to others, will disqualify you for employment. DRUG TESTING: Positions require a mandatory pre-employment drug test. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received. The drug test will be provided at Government direction and expense. Once hired, employees are also subject to random drug testing during employment. This is in accordance with Executive Order 12564 and under the Department's Drug Free Workplace Program. Positions may require a valid state driver's license. Some positions may require a CDL; information will be provided at job offer. You must be 18 years of age or older at the time of appointment. All positions have medical qualification requirements. Qualifications Hours worked per week must be stated for each season and position held in your resume. ***Experience listed will need to include specific duties about the work being performed and should not be only the general language stated below in the examples. To qualify for a GS-04 You must meet at least one of the following: 1). Six months of general work experience, which can be any work experience AND 6 months of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-03 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience may include the following: Wildland Fire Suppression such as digging hand line, building or patrolling fireline, suppressing spot fires, mopping up fires, hose lays, connecting buckets to drop water or retardant during firefighting operations, etc. Wildland Fuels Management such as prescribed burning, clearing up burned areas within fireline, felling snags or trees and/or cutting brush around fireline, collecting fuel loads, etc. Monitoring Wildland Fire such as weather, topography, smoke, fire effects, fire behavior, fire location, collect and record fire related data, etc. Wildland Fire Preparedness such as maintains fire tools and equipment - Pulaski's, shovels, McLeods, chainsaws, fire hose, pumps, drip torches, power equipment, vehicles, radios, etc. -OR- 2). 2-year course of study above high school, from an accredited college or university, in Wildland Fire Training, Wildland Fire Science, Wildland Fire Technology or in other related fields which included at least 12 semester hours of coursework such as forestry, range management or conservation, or natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography). -OR- 3). A combination of the education and work experience described above. To qualify for a GS-05 You must meet at least one of the following: 1). One year of specialized work experience equivalent to the GS-04 level duties. Examples of specialized work experience include: On-the-line wildland fire experience in forest/range fire control, prevention or suppression work as a skilled wildland firefighter, utilizing a variety of specialized wildland fire tools and equipment. -OR- 2). 4- year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree, from an accredited college or university, in Wildland Fire Science, Wildland Fire Training, Wildland Fire Technology or other related fields which included 24 semester hours of coursework such as forestry, range management or conservation, natural resources (except marine fisheries and oceanography). -OR- 3). A combination of education and specialized work experience described above. Selective Factors for GS-05: In addition to the basic qualifications listed above, you must possess the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training to be considered eligible. 1. Helicopter Crew Member (HECM) You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Physical Demands: Arduous exertion for protracted periods of time such as, but not limited to, extensive running, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, pulling hoses, jumping and twisting, prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and recurring bending, reaching, lifting and carrying of items weighing over 50 pounds and shared lifting and carrying of heavier items, and similar activities requiring at least average agility and dexterity. Work Environment: Forest, range, and desert environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with thick tangled vegetation, smoky conditions, etc. Temperatures commonly exceed 100 degrees F and may fall below freezing. Risks include smoke inhalation, fire entrapment, snake or insect bites and stings, exposure to excessive machinery noise, and falling and rolling material. Employee must adjust and cope with exposure to weather elements, dust and smoke, poor bivouac and eating situations under an unpredictable set of circumstances. Firefighters may be required to live in backcountry camps for extended periods of time. The hazardous nature of the work requires that personal protective equipment be worn (e.g., boots, hard hat, gloves, flame resistant clothing). Work may require travel by fixed-wing or rotor-wing aircraft. Education Additional Information Non-Competitive Rehire Eligibility: Non-competitive rehire eligibility allows for re-appointment to the same position or another position appropriate for temporary appointment with the same qualification requirements (5 CFR 316.402), based on series and grade, anywhere in the major subdivision (NPS). If you have held one or more temporary seasonal appointments in the past 12 months and have already worked the maximum temporary appointment of 1040 hours during that period, please be aware that exceeding the limit of 1040 hours in your established service year will result in the loss of your non-competitive rehire eligibility for next year. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): CTAP/ICTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. For more information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration or that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) This vacancy is within your CTAP/ICTAP eligibility; 2) You apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) You are found well-qualified for this vacancy. You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of CTAP/ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Temporary employees hired in wildland fire or wildland fire support positions are eligible for the following: -Annual, sick leave, and paid federal holidays -Depending on tour of duty - Sunday, holiday, shift differential and/or hazard pay -Participation in the Federal Employees Health Benefit (FEHB) program - Employees electing to participate in the FEHB will be responsible for the employee share of the premium while on the official agency roles, which is deducted from bi-weekly earnings. After separating from federal employment, employees will be offered to continue participation in FEHB under the Temporary Continuation of Coverage (TCC) option. Employees electing to continue coverage under the TCC provision will be responsible for the full premium amount plus a 2% administration fee. A supplemental pay increase of $20,000 or 50% of base pay per year, is authorized under Bipartisan Infrastructure Law as long as funding is available.


    Employment Type

    Full Time

  • Field Technician - Flagstaff, AZ
    Conservation Legacy    Flagstaff, AZ 86011
     Posted 9 days    

    Title: Field Technician

    Starting Salary Range : ​ The annual starting salary range for this position will be in the $ 735 to $ 800 weekly range, depending on experience, education, and skills relevant to the position . Please note that the indicated starting salary range describes the range for an incumbent in ​ this position . Most new staff generally start at the beginning of the range percentile to endure internal salary equity.

    Location: Flagstaff AZ, Not Remote Eligible

    Status: ​ Seasonal , Exemp t ​

    Position dates: Starts May 13th, 2024. Season ends on August 23rd, 2024.

    Benefit Eligible : ​ Health Insurance , Sick time accrual and Paid Time Off ​

    Reports to: ​ Program Director

    Organizational Summary:

    Conservation Legacy is a nation wide non-profit . The Corps programs within the organization engage participants i n diverse conservation and community projects that serv e public lands . These projects provide opportunities for personal and professional development , and address high priority needs of public land managers and community partners. Through the mission of engaging future leaders who protect, restore and enhance our nation ’s lands through community-based service , Conservation Legacy works toward a world with healthy lands, air and water , and thriving people and resilient communities.

    Position Summary:

    ​ ​ ​ ​ Arizona Conservation Corps (AZCC) operates conservation service programs across Arizona that empower individuals to positively impact their lives, their communities, and the environment. AZCC has operational bases in Tucson and Flagstaff, AZ . AZCC , a program of Conservation Legacy, aims to continue the legacy of the Civilian Conservation Corps of the 1930s. AZCC is focused on connecting youth, young adults, and recent era military veterans with conservation service work projects on public lands.

    ​ The Field Technician ’s primary responsibilities are training, sup porting , and mentoring seasonal field staff including Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders , under the supervision of the Program Director . The Field Technician assists the Program Director, Program Coordinators, and Logistics Coordinator with technical and logistical support for Field Crews; building and maintaining relationships with project partners; ensuring consistent quality control, risk management and program integrity , and completing administrative functions including the development of project specifications and post-project data collection . Both office and field work are required in this position and the ability to work a flexible schedule is critical. ​ ​ ​

    Responsibilities & Functions of Position:

    Programmatic and Management Responsibilities :

    + Assist Program Coordinator in plan ning and oversee ing the implementation of all aspects of AZCC crew programming of assigned office.

    + Train and support Crew Leaders to ensure quality programing and strong partnerships with project partners .

    + Assist AZCC Directors in maintaining a strong working relationship with a diverse array of land managers and partners.

    + O rganize and coordinate crew graduations , in coordination with Program Coordinators .

    + Communicate clearly and professionally with Conservation Legacy staff and supervisors.

    + Assist Program Coordinators to s upervise, mentor, support and evaluate Field Crew Leaders.

    + Guide crew conflict resolution and restorative justice practices as per the Field Operations Manual.

    + Conduct crew member interviews as needed and as assigned.

    Administrative Responsibilities:

    + Work with Crew Leaders to ensure timecards are submitted before completion of de-rig at the end of each hitch.

    + Assist Program Coordinator to ensure that all AmeriCorps paperwork is completed in a timely manner.

    + Assist Crew Leaders with Credit Card reconciliation, and ensure they are completed by the end of each hitch . Report any missing receipts to Program Coordinator in a timely manner .

    + Assist Crew Leaders with ensuring that hitch photos and field notes are completed and uploaded before completion of de-rig at the end of each hitch.

    Project Support

    + Work with Program Coordinator to develop and write project expectations and specifications.

    + Work with Program Coordinator to c learly communicate project work plans to Field Crew Leaders , ensuring that they are prepared and knowledgeable of projects prior to implementation.

    + Actively engage in quality control and risk management through all phases of project planning, implementation, and evaluation.

    + Maintain a staff presence in the field, including frequent overnight stays.

    + Manage and c ollect data from crews at the end of each hitch .

    + Maintain and organize multiple information systems and databases after each hitch.

    + Serve as a responder to AZCC field emergencies, including being “on-call” for after-hours support.

    + Fill in as needed to support crews in the field.

    Logistical Support

    + Assist Program Director and Program Coordinator to ensure the shop, fleet, equipment, and other practical crew needs are met.

    + Manage and ensure that all field equipment and fleet needs are clearly communicated with Program Director at the end of each hitch.

    + Manage and ensure that all logistics data sheets are completed and turned in at the end of each hitch.

    + Ensure that crew tools and equipment are maintained , repaired, and ready for each hitch.

    + Assist Program Director and Program Coordinator in vehicle and trailer repairs and maintenance .

    + Assist Program Director and Program Coordinator in ensuring vehicle s have current registration and insurance .

    + Report to Program Director on office and crew supply purchase needs.

    + Assist Program Coordinator to manage First Aid and vehicle kits for assigned crews.

    + Assist Program Coordinator to manage crew gear supplies, maintenance, and repair.

    + Assist Program Coordinator to manage PPE and uniform inventory and assignments.

    + Assign light duty tasks as needed.

    Training Support

    + Work closely with all AZCC Program Directors, Program Coordinators and peers to facilitate and implement all crew orientations and field trainings .

    + Coordinate with AZCC staff in facilitating a wide variety of in-house trainings such as, but not limited, to leadership, team building, chainsaw and crosscut operations, pesticide application, trail work, defensive driving, Wilderness First Aid, and Leave No Trace, and AmeriCorps orientation.

    Organizational Advoca cy

    + Successfully engages, leads and supports an inclusive work environment for those of underrepresented populations within the organization and the communities we serve.

    + Leads and/or participates in organizational-wide teams, projects and initiatives that support the work of the Strategic Plans goals.

    + Reports any potential complaints within the organization as identified in the Personnel Policy Manual.

    + Assists or leads other responsibilities , as assigned .

    Other “Hats” You May Wear : Customer Service, Relationship Development, Marketing, Administrative, Supervision or Mentorship to Others, Facilitator , Trainer , Facilities , Human Resources, Supervisor

    Required Skills

    Physical Requirements:

    Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential job functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional work hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

    Qualifications:

    + Ability to successfully work in a fluid, changing work environment.

    + Ability to operate Microsoft Office programs and applications, or similar platforms.

    + Ability to keep others and oneself, in remote locations, accountable to expectations.

    + Valid Driver’s License and Insurable Driving Record per Personnel Policies.

    + Must be able to pass the organization’s criminal history check requirements.

    + Exhibits the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams or with a variety of populations, including those underrepresented at our organization and those of BIPOC communities.

    + Technical competence and experience in dry stone masonry, full bench trail construction, trail maintenance, fence construction and maintenance, crosscut saw operation and maintenance, and chainsaw operations and maintenance.

    + Demonstrated ability to mentor young adults working in remote outdoors settings performing arduous physical labor

    + Current Wilderness First Responder . If not current, willingness to work to obtain certification.

    + Current B or C cert on Chainsaw and Crosscut saw . If not current, willingness to work to obtain certification.

    Current Arizona Pesticide Applicators License . If not current willingness to work to obtain certification.

    Other Competencies Desired for this Position ’s Success : Manage Complexity, Resourceful, Effectively Communicate, Cultivate Innovation, Drive and/or Influence Results , Plans & Aligns.

    This program is available to all, without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, marital or parental status, genetic information, and military service. Where a significant portion of the population eligible to be served needs services or information in a language other than English, the recipient shall take reasonable steps to provide written material of the type ordinarily available to the public in appropriate languages .

    TO APPLY:

    + Send Cover letter and resume to Laurel Ellis at [email protected], subject line includes "Applicant_(Your Name)".

    + Cover Letter Must Include: a response to the following: Provide some examples of your experience effectively working with diverse communities, including those specific to Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and other underrepresented populations, in personal or professional context.

    Required Experience

    Prior relevant experience is helpful, however, it is not required.

    Our Youth Conservation Corps will be occurring during the dates of this position. This Field Technician will primarily support Youth Conservation Corps crews. Previous experience working with/mentoring youth participants is ideal.


    Employment Type

    Full Time


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