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Company Name : Chugachmiut
Location : Kenai, AK
Position : Yukon Fire Crew
Job Description : Job Code: 02-22-17-001
Location: Kenai
Opening Date: 2/15/2022
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Summary:
Chugachmiut Trust and Land Management Division is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to lead our Yukon Fire Crew for the upcoming 2022 fire season!
Come spend the summer at Chugachmiut’s state of the art fire camp on the gorgeous Kenai Peninsula!
Chugachmiut employees strive both for excellence in the services they provide and, through our Employee Values Statement, to serve with integrity. This requires working in an environment where blame and shame are not tolerated. Instead, we use quality improvement tools such as Lean Administration and Training With-in Industry for managing processes. Effective communication is essential and employees must learn how to share problems with fellow employees with the purpose of solving them.
This is a fully-benefited position with benefits continuing through the off-season!
About the Position:
The Type 2 Initial Attack (Type 2IA) crew Assistant Superintendent’s primary responsibility is leading his or her crew in the safe and effective completion of assigned work—on and off the Fireline in the absence of the Superintendent. This role also includes administrative duties, like annual hiring and training of crewmembers, review and determine training needs to maintain crew as well as crewmember qualifications, timekeeping and record-keeping. Assistant Superintendents will receive advanced training in fire suppression skills, plus training in leadership and supervision when necessary. Assistant
Superintendents are expected to execute Fireline and project work assignments with a minimal amount of operational oversight
Major Responsibilities:
Fireline Duties
Serves as the Assistant Superintendent for a 20 person Type 2 Initial Attack Crew. May take on Superintendent Responsibilities in the absence of the Superintendent.
Can and will be used as a squad boss.
Gathers and considers information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents. When positioning and deploying personnel and equipment, recommends best approaches and practices to use in protection of the values at risk.
Makes 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 and application of water.
Responsible for operation and maintenance of specialized equipment used to respond to wildland and prescribed fire situations. Accomplishes emergency repairs as necessary to permit continued use of equipment. In those instances when the apparatus cannot be used effectively in suppressing the fire, the incumbent takes appropriate control action in attacking the fire.
May be tasked with operating a variety of motor vehicles to transport equipment, supplies, crew members, etc.
Performs basic first aid.
Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjust short term priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of the incumbents. Develops performance standards and evaluates work performance of subordinates. Gives advice, counsel or instruction to incumbents on both work and administrative matters.
Obtains travel and personnel paperwork, checks in at incident, attends operational briefings, and receives briefing from supervisor.
Briefs subordinates on tactical assignment, fuels, topography, weather, safety zones and escape routes throughout the operational period.
Applies skill and knowledge of Fireline tactics and equipment to the assignment.
Keeps supervisor informed of progress, changes in conditions, fire behavior and special events.
Completes Fireline construction assignments, patrols Fireline for spot fires and slop overs, briefs relief forces, ensures health and welfare of crewmembers, arrange for logistical support when needed.
Completes individual performance ratings for crewmembers and ensures a crew performance rating is obtained prior to leaving a fire assignment. Confirms demobilizing instructions with supervisor and brief subordinates.
Directs crewmembers in the maintenance and repair of fire tools and equipment.
Contributes and maintains a positive and safe work attitude.
Expected to be prepared to start shift on time, meet attendance standards, and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job both for both fire and project work assignments.
Administrative Duties
Implements management policy and operating procedures for department and ensures employee compliance.
Participates in the recruitment and selection of crew personnel and establishing crew policies and procedures.
Ensure all non-expendable items checked out from state warehouse and Chugachmiut gear are accounted for and returned at the end of the fire season.
Ensures cleaning and scheduled maintenance is documented on all Chugachmiut issued vehicles.
Enforce camp safety rules and regulations.
Demonstrates sound work ethics, flexible, and shows dedication to the position.
Demonstrates a positive attitude, is respectful, and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity toward clients and co-workers.
Keeps customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with all clients, co-workers, and others.
Performs fire prevention and education functions as assigned.
Expected to embrace, support and promote the core values of respect, integrity, trust, compassion and quality which align with Chugachmiut’s Mission and Vision through their actions and interactions with crewmembers and others.
Conforms to Chugachmiut policies, strict employee confidentiality, and HIPAA regulations.
Serves as Representative of Chugachmiut to fire suppression agencies therefore will maintain professionalism.
Hears and resolves minor complaints from incumbents. Implements minor disciplinary measures such as warnings and recommends corrective action. Other action in more serious cases will be discussed with Human Resources to determine action to be taken. Identifies and provides for training needs. Finds ways to improve production or increase the quality of work directed.
Recommends promotions and commends outstanding performances.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Preseason Training
Leads daily physical conditioning program to assure the crews physical stamina for firefighting.
Coordinates and conducts field training exercises.
Develops and participates in refresher course training for crew.
Coordinates and conducts Pack Test and PT test.
Ensures preseason training records are documented and submitted to Soldotna Forestry to FMO, AFMO or assigned State Forestry contact.
Project Work
Ensures that crew is properly equipped to perform the assigned duties.
Coordinates project work assignments with Forestry Manager/Fire Program Manager or assigned contact.
Education Requirements:
S-230 Crew boss
S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior
Qualified as a Firefighter Type 1 and an Incident Commander type 5
The incumbent must pass the arduous duty work capacity test (“Pack Test”) which consists of carrying a 45 pound pack for 3 miles in 45minutes.
Must pass a Physical Training Test (PT Test) which consists of 1.5 mile run in 11:40 or better.
40 Sit ups in 60 seconds.
25 push-ups in 60 seconds.
Pull/Chin ups based on body weight:
170lbs or more = 4
135lbs – 170lbs = 5
110lbs – 135lbs = 6
110lbs or less = 7
Hours of Work:
Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9:00AM. to 6:00PM, with one hour for lunch. **Be prepared to work up to 16 hour shifts during fire assignments.
Chugachmiut maintains a drug and alcohol and/non-smoking work environment.
Benefits:
Chugachmiut is proud to offer its employees a robust and comprehensive benefits package including:
100% Employee paid benefits including medical, dental, and vision;
50% Dependent coverage;
401(a) Pension Plan with 8% company contribution;
403(b) with Roth option;
Generous paid time off;
Subsidized gym membership;
And more!
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