Fire Engine Operator (FEO)
Company: Department Of Agriculture
Location: glenbrook
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Help Duties Summary This position serves as a full assistant to the supervisor of a
Fire Engine Module in areas with added complexities of
wildland-urban interface, including proximity of high-value
improvements, regular/reoccurring all-hazard incidents and frequent
interagency jurisdictional issues and coordination requirements
located on a forest unit. Information on specific locations where jobs are being filled
and the dates applications are due for these locations can be found
on theForest Service website. Learn more about this agency Responsibilities * Drives the engine to fire or incident location and positions
in appropriate location in consideration of safety of crew and
equipment. * Makes initial evaluation of fire situations,
determines suppression method to use, including hose lays,
deployment of crew, point of initial attack, type of tools to use,
and application of water. * Responsible for the day-to-day
operation of the fire engine module, prepares schedules and work
plans, and sets work priorities. * May serve as initial attack
Incident Commander on wildland fires, and wildland urban
interface/intermix situations occurring on the unit. * Identifies
and analyzes tactics and strategies employed on incidents, and
revises and/or develops approaches in view of specific incident
conditions. * Performs presuppression duties using basic analytical
methods to identify interrelationships among data for fire
management plans. * Directs project work in support of ecosystem
management such as prescribed fire, development of burn plans,
fuels inventory, pre-attack planning, brush disposal, back logged
fuels preparation and disposal. * Development of burn plans, fuels
inventory, pre-attack planning, brush disposal, back logged fuels
preparation and disposal. * Duties listed are at the full
performance level. Travel Required Occasional travel - Occasional overnight travel may be required
for fire suppression or fire related assignments. Supervisory status No Promotion Potential 7 * Job family (Series) 0462 Forestry Technician * Requirements Help Requirements Conditions of Employment * Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. * Males born after
12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. *
Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation
and/or fingerprint check. * Successful completion of one-year
probationary period, unless previously served. * Per Public Law
104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments
made by direct deposit to their financial institution. *
Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To
learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and
responsibilities, visit E-Verify. * Must be 18 years of age. *
Initial appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of
training. * This is a Test Designated Position. You will be tested
for illegal drugs prior to appointment and randomly thereafter.
Appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative
results. * Must pass the Work Capacity Test for certain Interagency
Fire Program Management or Fire Program Management positions. *
Willing to live/work in remote locations (volatile/unpredictable).
* Some Fire positions may have Conditions of Employment such as: a
valid state driver's license; a commercial driver's license (CDL);
pre-appointment and random drug testing; or a physical or medical
examination. * There may be additional Conditions of Employment not
listed here, however applicants will be notified of any specific
requirements at the time a tentative job offer is made. * Under age
37; less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent
Federal Service in a primary or secondary firefighter/law
enforcement position or a veteran preference eligible, older than
age 37 and is requesting a waiver to the requirement. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and
qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of
the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for
this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General
Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess
the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for
qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as
necessary. Specialized Experience Requirement: GS06: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience
equivalent to the GS-05 level OR one full year (18 semester/27
quarter hours) of successfully completed graduate level coursework
that is directly related to the work of the position (such as
forestry, range management, agriculture) OR combinations of
graduate level education that is directly related to the position
and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained
in an accredited college or university. Examples of specialized experience include: Performed and
directed others in starting pump engine, priming pump, adjusting
engine speed and pump valves, laying hose appropriate nozzles and
nozzle adjustment in effective use of water and foam application
and/or Performed prescribed fire operations including preparation,
ignition, monitoring, holding, and mop up and/or Evaluated initial
fire situations, determined rate of spread, potential hazards to
property and other improvements and/or Ensured the engine and fire
equipment has been kept in full state of readiness for emergency
dispatch. GS-07: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience
equivalent to the GS-06 level OR one full year (18 semester/27
quarter hours) of successfully completed graduate level coursework
that is directly related to the work of the position (such as
forestry, range management, agriculture) OR combinations of
graduate level education that is directly related to the position
and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained
in an accredited college or university. Examples of specialized experience include: Implements
safety/training programs in compliance with Incident Command
System, fire suppression, fireline construction, hose lays and
maintenance of protective equipment and/or Assists with prescribed
fire management, developing burn plans and/or fuels
inventory/preparation and disposal and/or Evaluates initial fire
situations, determines suppression method and probable causes of
fire and/or Assists with property and procurement of equipment
ensuring the engine and fire equipment have been kept in full state
of readiness for emergency dispatch. This position has been identified as High or Moderate or Low
Complexity under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) or
Forest Service Fire Program Management (FS-FPM) and is subject to
selective placement factor requirements contained in the
Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard and Guide when
filling this vacancy. IFPM or FS-FPM selective placement factors
are made up of a primary and secondary National Wildfire
Coordinating Group (NWCG) core Incident Management Qualifications
and Required Training. The applicant must possess these
qualifications at the applicable complexity level to be considered
eligible for this position. Selective Placement Factors * Successfully have completed the Primary NWCG Core Requirements
of Engne Boss (ENGB) AND Successfully completed the Secondary NWCG
Core Requirement of Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) AND * NWCG
Course S-211 Portable Pumps and Water. * Primary firefighter
positions include the following age requirements: Under age 37 -OR-
less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal
Service worked in a primary or secondary firefighter/law
enforcement position -OR- a veteran preference eligible, older than
age 37 and is requesting a waiver to the maximum age
requirement. In order to be considered for this position, copies of your
Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master
Record (or equivalent training documents) which contain documented
proof of the certification or attainment of the IFPM Selective
Placement Factor for this position MUST be attached to your
application. Red cards are not acceptable documentation. Currency
Requirement: Required to maintain currency once hired into the
position. Currency of NWCG qualifications is not required for
selection. If not currently qualified, the applicant must provide
documented evidence that they have been fully qualified in the
past, and are able to regain currency within one year of being
hired. Failure to provide this documentation will result in
disqualification. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous
position covered under the special retirement provisions of 5 USC
8336(c) for the Civil Service Retirement System and of 5 USC
8412(d) for the Federal Employees Retirement System. WORK CAPACITY TEST (WCT) for Wildland Firefighters: This
position participates in wildland firefighting activities. Based on
the type of work performed, TAKING and PASSING the WCT at the
ARDUOUS level is a "condition of employment." The Arduous fitness
(Pack) test requires completing a three (3) mile hike within
forty-five (45) minutes, while carrying a forty-five (45) pound
pack. You are strongly encouraged to consult with your physician
and begin training immediately if applying for this position. This
announcement constitutes the required 30 days advanced notice for
testing requirements. To receive consideration for this position, you must provide
updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements
by the closing date of this announcement. Education
Keywords: Department Of Agriculture, Reno , Fire Engine Operator (FEO), Other , glenbrook, Nevada
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