State of Alaska
WILDLAND FIRE & RESOURCE TECH 1 / CREW MEMBER / GANNETT GLACIER CREW (PCN's 10-N
State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812
WILDLAND FIRE & RESOURCE TECH 1 / CREW MEMBER / GANNETT GLACIER CREW (PCN's 10-N17067-77)
The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1 positions in Palmer, Alaska, to serve as Entry‑Level Crew Members on the GANNETT GLACIER TYPE II IA CREW. What You Will Be Doing:
Digging hand lines and using power saws and water pumps Maintaining fire gear readiness and working on hazard fuel mitigation projects Piling limbs and slash, assisting in burn operations, and climbing and pruning trees Operating chainsaws under direct supervision of higher‑level positions Maintaining personal gear and equipment (nozzles, hoses, chainsaws, tools, and personal gear) Mission And Values / Culture:
The State of Alaska, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Gannett Glacier Type II IA Crew is a production‑oriented fire crew dedicated to supporting local area and Alaska with a fire management service and all‑hazard response. Duty, Respect, and Integrity are applied to all aspects of our work as professional wildland firefighters. Benefits Of Joining Our Team:
You will be part of something greater than yourself You will have a sense of family and civic purpose You will push yourself mentally and physically to achieve things you did not think possible The Working Environment You Can Expect:
Based out of Palmer, Alaska Dispatched nationally and to Canada to respond to fires and all risk incidents Working and living in remote environments with no internet or cell service 14‑21 days hiking to work and performing manual labor tasks You will be committed to incidents for 100+ days a year, sleeping in a tent most of these nights Working as a single resource or as part of a team Candidate Competencies:
Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable, high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Physical Strength and Agility: Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy labor. Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Integrity/Honesty: Demonstrates high standards of ethical conduct and trustworthiness. Requirements:
Must be eighteen years of age. Must pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level (3‑mile hike carrying a 45‑pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less). Must possess an Alaska driver's license (a driver who does not yet have a license may apply with a conditional offer subject to acquisition of a license; proof of licensure required prior to reporting to duty). Must be available for travel both in and out of state for fire suppression assignments; must be on stand‑by or recall status during the fire season. Must handle hazardous materials and have the ability to fly small fixed‑wing aircraft or helicopters; some positions require a commercial driver license with appropriate endorsements. Application Instructions:
Apply through the Workplace Alaska website or submit a paper application. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date. Contact Information:
Tim Troxel, Crew Boss Phone: 907‑863‑2023 Email: tim.troxel@alaska.gov EEO STATEMENT:
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1‑800‑587‑0430 or (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1‑800‑770‑8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1 positions in Palmer, Alaska, to serve as Entry‑Level Crew Members on the GANNETT GLACIER TYPE II IA CREW. What You Will Be Doing:
Digging hand lines and using power saws and water pumps Maintaining fire gear readiness and working on hazard fuel mitigation projects Piling limbs and slash, assisting in burn operations, and climbing and pruning trees Operating chainsaws under direct supervision of higher‑level positions Maintaining personal gear and equipment (nozzles, hoses, chainsaws, tools, and personal gear) Mission And Values / Culture:
The State of Alaska, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Gannett Glacier Type II IA Crew is a production‑oriented fire crew dedicated to supporting local area and Alaska with a fire management service and all‑hazard response. Duty, Respect, and Integrity are applied to all aspects of our work as professional wildland firefighters. Benefits Of Joining Our Team:
You will be part of something greater than yourself You will have a sense of family and civic purpose You will push yourself mentally and physically to achieve things you did not think possible The Working Environment You Can Expect:
Based out of Palmer, Alaska Dispatched nationally and to Canada to respond to fires and all risk incidents Working and living in remote environments with no internet or cell service 14‑21 days hiking to work and performing manual labor tasks You will be committed to incidents for 100+ days a year, sleeping in a tent most of these nights Working as a single resource or as part of a team Candidate Competencies:
Accountability: Holds self and others accountable for measurable, high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity. Physical Strength and Agility: Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy labor. Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Integrity/Honesty: Demonstrates high standards of ethical conduct and trustworthiness. Requirements:
Must be eighteen years of age. Must pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level (3‑mile hike carrying a 45‑pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less). Must possess an Alaska driver's license (a driver who does not yet have a license may apply with a conditional offer subject to acquisition of a license; proof of licensure required prior to reporting to duty). Must be available for travel both in and out of state for fire suppression assignments; must be on stand‑by or recall status during the fire season. Must handle hazardous materials and have the ability to fly small fixed‑wing aircraft or helicopters; some positions require a commercial driver license with appropriate endorsements. Application Instructions:
Apply through the Workplace Alaska website or submit a paper application. Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date. Contact Information:
Tim Troxel, Crew Boss Phone: 907‑863‑2023 Email: tim.troxel@alaska.gov EEO STATEMENT:
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1‑800‑587‑0430 or (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1‑800‑770‑8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811‑0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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