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Wildland Firefighter Hand Crews-National Type 2-IA (RED-CA)

Capstone Fire Management, Inc.

Wildland Firefighter Hand Crews-National Type 2-IA (RED-CA)

Redding, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Please apply at Capstone Fire & Safety's Careers page using this link: Capstone Careers Wildland Firefighter Hand Crews-National Type 2-IA (RED-CA)

    Capstone Fire Management is seeking motivated and experienced safety professionals to join our team. The Hand Crew Firefighter position is perfect for team-oriented individuals with the ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple work groups and organizations. If you’re looking for a new opportunity and want to join a professional organization with an, consider a career move to Capstone Fire Management Inc.

    Submit Applications/Resumes for review by 12/31/2020

    Capstone Fire is looking for:

    Crew Boss (CRWB) $23.00 - $25.00 per hourLeads a hand crew and is responsible for its safety on wildland and prescribed fire incidents. The CRWB supervises assigned crewmembers and reports to a Strike Team Leader Crew (STCR), Task Force Leader (TFLD), Incident Commander (IC), or other assigned supervisor.

    Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) $20.00 - $22.00 per hourDevelops strategies and oversees the implementation of tactics, while providing for the safety of the public and all personnel assigned to the incident. The ICT5 reports to an Agency Administrator (AA), Duty Officer, Fire Management Officer, or other designated supervisor.

    Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) $20.00 - $21.00 per hourLeads a small group (usually not more than seven members) and is responsible for their safety on wildland and prescribed fire incidents. The FFT1 supervises resources at the Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) level and reports to a Single Resource Crew Boss (CRWB), Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB), Engine Boss (ENGB), Felling Boss (FELB), Firing Boss (FIRB), or Helicopter Manager (HMGB), or other assigned supervisor.

    Advanced Faller (FAL1) $20.00 - $21.00 per hourServe as a member of a firefighting crew or module. The FAL1 is proficient in performing high complexity saw operations, including tree felling, bucking, brushing, and limbing. A FAL1 serving as a single resource reports to a Felling Boss (FELB), Strike Team/Task Force Leader (TFLD), or other assigned supervisor.

    Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) $18.00 - $19.00 per hourServes on a hand crew, engine crew, or helitack crew, performing fire suppression and fuels management duties in adverse climate, fuel, and terrain conditions. The FFT2 has no supervisory responsibilities and is supervised by the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or a Single Resource Crew Boss (CRWB), Heavy Equipment Boss (HEQB), Engine Boss (ENGB), Felling Boss (FELB), Firing Boss (FIRB), or Helicopter Manager (HMGB), or other assigned supervisor.

    Intermediate Faller (FAL2) $18.00 - $19.00 per hourServe as a member of a firefighting crew or module. The FAL2 engages in moderate complexity fireline saw operations, including tree felling, bucking, brushing, and limbing. A FAL2 serving as part of a module, reports to a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or one of the Single Resource Bosses (FELB, CRWB, ENGB, FIRB, HMGB), or other assigned supervisor.

    Basic Faller (FAL3) $16.00 - $17.00 per hourServe as a member of a firefighting crew or module. The FAL3 engages in low complexity fireline saw operations, including tree felling, bucking, brushing, and limbing. The FAL3 reports to a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or one of the Single Resource Bosses (FELB, CRWB, ENGB, FIRB, HMGB), or other assigned supervisor.

    Qualifications

    Crew Boss (CRWB)ICS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action IncidentsRT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-230, Crew Boss (Single Resource)S-290, Intermediate Wildland Fire BehaviorCompletion and Certification of NWCG Crew Boss, Single Resource (CRWB) Position Task Book

    Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5)ICS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action IncidentsRT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-131, Firefighter Type 1Completion and Certification of NWCG Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) Position Task Book

    Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-131, Firefighter Type 1Completion and Certification of NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Position Task Book

    Advanced Faller (FAL1)RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-212, Wildland Fire Chain SawsCompletion and Certification of NWCG Advanced Faller (FAL1) Position Task Book

    Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2)Basic Firefighter Training:• ICS-100, Introduction to ICS• L-180, Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service• S-130, Firefighter Training• S-190, Introduction to Wildland Fire BehaviorIS-700, NIMS: An IntroductionRT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher**Annual Fireline Safety Refresher (RT-130) is not required for the first year as a Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2); however, it is required for subsequent years.

    Intermediate Faller (FAL2)RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-212, Wildland Fire Chain SawsCompletion and Certification of NWCG Intermediate Faller (FAL2) Position Task Book

    Basic Faller (FAL3)RT-130, Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual RefresherS-212, Wildland Fire Chain SawsCompletion and Certification of NWCG Basic Faller (FAL3) Position Task Book

    Knowledge:Company policies and regulationsCompany geographyBasic English and arithmeticIncident Command System

    Skills:Suppressing firesCommunicating effectively with the general public

    Abilities:Duties involve fieldwork requiring physical performance calling for above-average endurance and superior conditioning. These duties may include an occasional demand for extraordinarily strenuous activities in emergencies under adverse environmental conditions and over extended periods of time. Requirements include running, walking, climbing, jumping, twisting, bending, and lifting more than 50 pounds; the pace of work typically is set by the emergency situation.

    Work effectively and safely during unavoidable exposure to an unpleasant environment with exposure to potentially heavy and somewhat unpredictable hazards.

    Follow verbal and written instruction.

    Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

    Think and act quickly and competently in emergencies and under stress

    Minimum Requirements:All candidates MUST have clean background investigation and successfully pass an initial drug screening upon offer of employment. The following sections, along with the Qualification section, provide the minimum qualifications for positions in non-exempt categories.

    DMV/EDUC:Valid Driver LicenseClean Driver’s RecordHigh School Diploma or GED

    EMS:CPR with AED

    PHYSICAL FITNESS:Work Capacity Test - Arduous Level (Pack Test)Pass full DOT physical: bending, pushing, pulling, crouching, and visionDrug Testing

    Minimum Experience:One (1) year in a professional fire department as a firefighter; and/orThree (3) years in a volunteer department

    Minimum Training Requirements:Candidate must be accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), National Professional Qualification System (NPQS), an accredited State Fire Marshal's office, or a national accrediting agency (e.g., NWCG)

    THE ACADEMY:A mandatory assessment and training period where Capstone Fire Management, Inc. has an opportunity, based on performance and completion of exams, to determine if candidates meet qualifications to be hired.

    The Academy date: TBD

    The Academy location: TBD

    Must have access to internet via computer or cellphone. The ability to use and be seen via video is desired.

    Those attending the Academy will be paid at the Capstone Training wage rate, equivalent to the state's minimum wage. Which will be paid on the Capstone normal pay cycle of the 10th or 25th of each month.

    Example Work/Training Dates: 1st-15th, paid on the 25th of the month. 16th-31st, paid on the 10th of the month.

    If a candidate does not complete the program and is separated, at any point, they will be paid in full for hours completed, along with any applicable reimbursements.

    Please be advised all candidates MUST attend the Academy in full, failure to do so will result in disqualification of the hiring process.

    IT IS POSSIBLE TO HAVE APPLIED FOR ONE POSITION AND RECEIVE AN OFFER LETTER FOR A DIFFERENT POSITION DUE TO THE ASSESSMENTS OF THE ACADEMY. (If that situations occurs the candidate will have an opportunity to discuss the scenarios with the Division Chief(s) and determine whether they accept or reject the offer).

    Additional notes for the Academy:Classroom wear: Blue dickies and a white T-Shirt, and wildland lug-soled boots. For confined space rescue, hard-toed boots are required. All other PPE will be provided.

    Travel and accommodations will be provided by Capstone for candidates who are in other States and/or live-in areas that are greater than 2 hours to the academy.

    JOB ASSIGNMENT:All new hires are expected to report for duty upon contract award, (TBD).

    Capstone employees are eligible for one-time transportation to and from assigned area to be provided by Capstone.

    Accommodations available and provided by Capstone.

    Assignments are temporary/seasonal, part time to full time.

    Shifts can range from, 24 hours a day, to 8 hours a day, Sunday through Saturday as assigned.

    If a candidate successfully completes the program, they will receive a job offer with their pay rate and position.

    PAY RATES ARE EFFECTIVE UPON ACTIVATION TO A FIRE ASSIGNMENT AND ARE EFFECTIVE AFTER THE ACADEMY & TRAINING.

    Hand Crew Compensation effective upon fire incident activation. Pay rate ranges, in general, are as follows, depending on qualifications and/or training:

    Crew Boss (CRWB) - $23.00-$25.00 per hour.

    Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) - $20.00-$22.00 per hour.

    Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) - $20.00-$21.00 per hour.

    Advanced Faller (FAL1) - $20.00-$21.00 per hour.

    Firefighter Type 2 (FFT2) - $18.00-$19.00 per hour.

    Intermediate Faller (FAL2) - $18.00-$19.00 per hour.

    Basic Faller (FAL3) - $16.00-$18.00 per hour.

    Specific details about your job assignment and pay rate will be discussed in the Academy.

    Submit Applications/Resumes for review by 12/31/2020

    UPDATES will be posted to this job announcement

    WATCH for Capstone to be at a Job Fair near you soon, to be announced!

    Please apply at Capstone Fire & Safety's Careers page using this link: Capstone Careers Wildland Firefighter Hand Crews-National Type 2-IA (RED-CA)