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Wildland Firefighter - Capstone Fire

Wildland Firefighter - Capstone Fire

CapstoneOregon, United States
$17.00 hourly
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Wildland Firefighter - Capstone Fire

Wildland Firefighter - Capstone Fire

CapstoneOregon, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$17.00 hourly
Job description

Responsibilities

Wildland Firefighter – Insurance Division

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! FULL-TIME Opportunity

WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER – INSURANCE DIVISION

17 per hour

We are hiring Wildland Firefighters in our insurance division. A Wildland Firefighter in the Insurance Division participates in activities including fire prevention and mitigation, pre fire assessment, and fire suppression.  A Wildland Firefighter in the insurance division reports to, and provides assistance to their assigned Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.

Responsibilities / Duties :

  • A Wildland Firefighter – Insurance Division, works in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station, or other site, and the apparatus and personnel assigned.
  • Firefighters may act in the capacity of Driver / Operator or Wildland Fire Captain as needed.
  • Conduct wildfire safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
  • Participate in drills and training programs

Provide information to the public and participate in public relations events.

  • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days and be dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8-hour days, however hours may vary based on the job and / or customer needs.
  • Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.
  • Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

    • Minimum Qualifications :

  • High School diploma or GED
  • Current CPR / AED certification
  • Advanced first aid and / or EMT desired

    • Valid driver license with good driving record

  • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.
  • Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.
  • Proficient in the use of a computer, iPad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.
  • Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
  • Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired

    • Minimum required NWCG / FEMA courses :

    L - 180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service

    S - 130 Wildland Firefighting

    S – 131 Firefighter Type 1

    S - 190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior

    IS - 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System

    IS - 700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System

    IS - 800 Introduction to the National Response Framework

    Minimum Capstone Certification (within 60 days of hire) :

    Capstone – Insurance Firefighter Position Task Book (PTB)

    Our Benefits

    MEDICAL - GMR offers four different plan options, allowing you to select the right option for you and your family. Our plans cover the full cost of preventive services and include in-network prescription drug coverage. Our high-deductible plans allow you to open and contribute to a tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA). We also offer Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), allowing you to set aside tax-free dollars for certain expenses.

    RETIREMENT - We offer a 401(k) retirement plan to eligible employees and a company match of 50% of your contributions, up to 8% of your compensation continued. For certain employees who face 401(k) contribution limitations due to higher income levels, we also offer a deferred compensation plan and match. We also offer financial counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and retirement plan vendor.

    VISION - Our two vision plan options cover exams, lenses and frames, and contacts in lieu of eyewear.

    TELEMEDICINE - GMR provides a telemedicine benefit through Teladoc for our employees and their dependents. Teladoc offers convenient phone and video care for many medical conditions for a low, fixed copay.

    DENTAL - We offer two dental plans, including a plan that covers orthodontics.

    SURVIVOR BENEFITS - GMR provides company paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance. In addition, we offer an option to buy additional coverage for you, your spouse and your children at affordable rates.

    INCOME PROTECTION - We offer company paid short-term and long-term disability insurance to protect a portion of your income in case of disability or extended illness.

    VOLUNTARY BENEFIT OPTIONS - We offer a variety of other optional benefits including financial wellness services, legal coverage, identity theft protection and more.

    The benefits listed apply to most core non-union positions. Union position benefits are dictated by their specific Collective Bargaining Agreement.