Attached with this packet are the Job Descriptions for the Upper Pine River Wildland Firecrew

during the 2013 Fire Season. We will have up to 10 positions open next year. Please submit your application by mail to Upper Pine before February 15th, 2013. Submit applications to: Upper Pine Fire - 2013 Wildland Crew Travis Wright 515 Sower Drive Bayfield, CO 81122 Our Wildland Coordinator Travis Wright can be contacted for more information (970) 884-9508. Job Descriptions Firefighter II GS-3 Position $12.82 an hour/ $14.53 and hour hazard pay while on federal fire incident
Duties:

Arduous physical fitness required Operate hand tools Basic Labor: Pile covering, slash piling, chipping, handline construction, hiking, camping. Firefighting: Long hours with minimal days off (14-1 or 21-2) R&R may be at a remote location, out of town and away from home. Assist in vehicle clean up, hand tool and facility maintenance Power tools: Limited to mowers, weed eaters and chainsaws. No supervisory responsibility - subordinate to all supervisors Report personnel injuries to supervisors Report unsafe acts to supervisor

Responsibilities: to keep/maintain the following:

Personal Equipment Issued Equipment Company Equipment

Prescribed Fire responsibilities include:

Construction of fire line Ignition using hand firing devices Hold fire within constructed lines Assist in mop-up procedures

Additional Responsibility Descriptions:

If reporting a problem, go through chain of command Responsible for tools and gear Ready to GO Sharpen tools and return to proper compartment Follow all orders given by superiors Maintain professional appearance Perform all necessary duties in fuels treatment and fire suppression Ensure maintenance of equipment all equipment is clean and ready to go Use all equipment with respect

Squad Boss/Vehicle Operator GS-4 Position $14.39 an hour/ $16.31 Hazard pay while on federal fire incident
Advanced Forestry Tech / Firefighter I - This position requires a signed task book Training Requirements (minimum):

Duties:

S-131, S-201, S-211, S-212, S-216, and L-280

Working leader of group Perform advanced maintenance and repairs on chainsaw and other power tools Conduct safety briefing Daily activity reporting and timekeeping Subordinate to Crew Supervisors Assure safety policies are adhered to Report daily activity Operate and maintain vehicle complete Inspection Reports * Arduous physical fitness required Operate hand tools Basic Labor: Pile covering, slash piling, chipping, hiking

Responsibilities:

Personal Equipment Issued Equipment Small group supervision (3 - 5 personnel) Firefighting: Long hours with minimal days off (14-1 or 21-2) Assist in vehicle clean up, hand tool and facility maintenance Operate power tools and services Report personnel injuries to supervisor Report unsafe acts to supervisor

Additional Responsibility Descriptions:

Responsible for assigned crewmen - Make sure during shift everyone is accounted for Assistant to Foreman Reports any problems to Foreman Ensures equipment is organized and clean Helps make sure rules are followed and company policy is enforced Ensure vehicle fluids are checked every day Equipment organized compartments organized & locked Lunches, food and water

Crew Foreman Position GS-5 Position $16.10 an hour/ $18.25 Hazard pay while on federal fire incident
Supervisory Forestry Tech / Single Resource Boss /Crew Trainee - This position requires a signed task book.

Training Requirements:

S-131, S-201, S-211, S-212, S-216, and L-280 Firefighter I S-215, I-200, S-200, S-230, S-231, S-234, S-260, S-270, S-290 and First Responder Crew Boss

Required Experience: Three to Four years minimum experience with all training

Duties:

Quality control and production management Delegate tasks Working supervisor of group Oversee module activities Single Resource Boss trainee Perform advanced maintenance and repairs on chainsaw and other power tools on a weekly basis Conduct safety briefing complete Tailgate Safety Forms Daily activity reporting and timekeeping Assure safety policies are adhered to Report daily activity Operate and maintain vehicles Arduous physical fitness required A leader in fitness Operate hand tools Basic Labor: Pile covering, slash piling, chipping Firefighting: Long hours with minimal days off (14-1 or 21-2) Assist in vehicle clean up, hand tool and facility maintenance Operate and service power tools Report personnel injuries Report unsafe acts

Responsibilities:

Personal Equipment Issued Equipment All Company Equipment Supervise 10+ persons Module Inventory Crew personnel evaluations Daily Activity Reports Vehicle maintenance, schedule repairs and inventory Communication with crewmembers Dispatching of fire and project work Additional Responsibilities: Responsible for squad and activities Evaluates employee performance Ensures squad equipment is ready to go Makes sure employee times are correc Enforces all policies and company rules All saws are functioning fix if needed Have bar oil Keep tools in excellent condition Gas for saws and vehicles Squad organized / clean / professional / ready to GO Records fires and employee experience sheetCrew Boss

Single Resource Boss /Crew or Engine GS-6 $19.95 an Hour/ $20.34 Hazard pay while on federal fire incident
This position requires a signed task book.

Training Requirements:

S-131, S-201, S-211, S-212, S-216, and L-280 Firefighter I S-215, I-200, S-200, S-230, S-231, S-234, S-260, S-270, S-290 and First Responder Crew Boss

Responsibilities/Duties

Overall responsibility of crew and activities Records all times and fills out invoices Fills out daily activity sheet (all areas no exception) Evaluates performance of employees, especially Foreman / Squad Boss Organizes and outlines project Records all production rates Enforces all policies and company rules Responsible for productivity of crew on all assignments Works with supervisor/s to accomplish assigned duties on fire/ project work.

Upper Pine River Fire Protection District

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Application for Employment

Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

INSTRUCTIONS Each question should be fully and accurately answered. Use blank paper if you do not have enough room on this application. Your signature is required at the end of application. Please print or type.

Name: ________________________________________ Telephone Number: ____________________ Address: _______________________________ City: _____________________ State: ___ Zip: ______ E-Mail Address: __________________________ Best contact Phone Number: ___________________ Position Applied For: _____________________________ Date of Application: ______/______/______
Have you ever been employed or educated under another name? If yes, please state name(s): ____________________________________________ Have you ever filed an application for employment or been employed by this agency before? If yes, give dates(s): __________________________________________ Are you legally eligible for employment in the United States? Have you ever pleaded guilty or no contest to or been convicted of a crime? Yes No

Yes Yes

No No

(Conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.)

Yes No If yes, please provide date(s) and details: ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ What is your desired salary range or hourly rate of pay? $__________________ Per ____________________ Will you work overtime if required? Yes No If no, please explain ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying (with or without reasonable accommodation)? This question is not designed to elicit information about an applicants disability. Please do not provide essential functions to respond

information about the existence of a disability, particular accommodation, or whether accommodation is necessary. These issues may be Yes No Need more information about the jobs addressed at a later stage to the extent permitted by law.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Describe your current or most recent position in the first box and work backwards, describing each position you have held. List all full and part-time employment information. If you need additional space, please continue on a separate sheet of paper. A resume must also be attached in addition to providing the information requested below.

Employer Address Name of Supervisor Job Title and Describe Your Work:

Telephone ( ) Employed Month & Year From to Compensation Start Last

Why did you leave? Employer Address Name of Supervisor Job Title and Describe Your Work: Telephone ( ) Employed Month & Year From to Compensation Start Last

Why did you leave? Employer Address Name of Supervisor Job Title and Describe Your Work: Telephone ( ) Employed Month & Year From to Compensation Start Last

Why did you leave? We may contact the employers listed above unless you indicate those you do not want us to contact. DO NOT CONTACT: ________________________________________________________________ REASON:________________________________________________________________________

EDUCATION
School Name & Location of School Course of Study Years of Study Degree

Graduate

College

High School

Other

TRAINING
If you have completed any other courses or training related to the job posting, please indicate below. Month/Year Total Classroom Course Title Name/Location of Certificate/Diploma Training Hours School or Facility (if any) Completed ( City/ State )

REFERENCES
List three people not related to you, who have known you for at least one year, and who know your qualifications for the job for which your are applying. Do not list supervisors you listed in the Work Experience area.

Full Name of Reference

Present Business or Home Address

Telephone Number(s) with Area Code

Exclude information that would reveal race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran/reserve, National Guard or any other similarly protected status.

List special accomplishments, publications, awards, etc.

___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________

APPLICANT STATEMENT I certify that the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. This application for employment shall be considered active for a period of 30 days. At the conclusion of that time, if I have not heard from the employer and still wish to be considered for employment, it may be necessary for me to reapply and fill out a new application. I hereby understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with Upper Pine River Fire Protection District is of an at will nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this at will employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless an authorized executive of Upper Pine River Protection District specifically acknowledges such change in writing. I also understand that if I am hired, I will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 Form in this regard. I understand that any information provided by me that is found to be false, incomplete or misrepresented in any respect, will be sufficient cause to (i) eliminate me from further consideration for employment, or (ii) may result in my immediate discharge from the employers service, whenever it is discovered. DO NOT SIGN UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE ABOVE APPLICANT STATEMENT. ______________________________ Signature _______________ Date Signed

I certify that I have read, fully understand and accept all terms of the foregoing Applicant Statement.