Wildland Fire & Resource Tech​/Gannett Glacier Crew - Overhead; Pcn

Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is recruiting a Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 2/3 in Palmer, Alaska.

Duties include fire suppression actions:

• Digging hand lines and using power saws and water pumps.
• Maintaining fire gear readiness and working on hazard fuel mitigation projects.
• Providing daily supervision for 10‑20 firefighters on a Type II IA Crew.
• Performing as an Incident Commander during the initial attack of low‑complexity wildland fires, leading firing and holding operations, and providing input on fire line placement and safety briefings.
• Instructing NWCG courses and developing training in basic wildland fire principles.

The State of Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, Mat‑Su/Southwest Area Office proudly serves Alaskans through wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Gannett Glacier Type II IA Crew is dedicated to providing a production‑oriented fire management service, building firefighters and leaders through hard work, duty, respect, and integrity.

• 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.

• 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, performing manual labor tasks.
• Working as a single resource or as part of a team.

• Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable for measurable, high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective results.
• Leadership:
  Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.
• Developing Others:
  Provides ongoing feedback and opportunities to learn formally and informally.
• Supervision:
  Plans, distributes, and monitors work assignments; evaluates performance and provides feedback.
• Risk Management:
  
  Applies principles, methods, and tools for risk assessment and mitigation.

• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Positions may require travel both in and out‑of‑state; stand‑by or recall status during the fire season.
• Applicants must possess an Alaska driver’s license; proof required before reporting to duty.
• Positions may require a commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements.

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 or  near Juneau, or TTY:
Alaska Relay 711. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.