Employer Georgia Forestry Commission Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Ranger/Wildland Firefighter job duties: Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of assigned work location.Under close supervision receives training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment.Assists with maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment.Participates in forestry related services and programs such as reforestation, community and school activities.Controls and extinguishes fires using manual and power equipment.Ensures proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.Inspects property to ensure compliance with laws, codes, and regulations.Operates fire engines and hoselays.Performs upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.Prepares reports.Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns.Operates commercial class transport and medium to heavy duty crawler tractor in wild land fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks.Responds to fire calls and other requests for assistance, such as accidents and other emergencies.Participates in a rotating “on call” schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends/holidays. Class A CDL Permit or CDL Holder at time of hire. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work as a team or as an individual under limited supervision. Proficient with Word,Excel, etc. Job Field: Forestry Job Type: Full Time Location Detail: Multiple openings: Candler County, Emanuel County, Twiggs County, more Salary: $42,640 Job Benefits: State of Georgia benefits Application Deadline: Mon, 12/02/2024 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://gatrees.org/about/careers/
