Overview
Forestry Fire Crew Person/Maintenance Worker/A Jobs in California, Missouri, USA at Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia
Location: California
Forestry Fire Crew Person (Maintenance Worker 2(A))
Competition # :45175
Department:Natural Resources
Type of Employment:Temporary
Union Status:NSGEU – NSPG
Closing Date:20-Feb-25 ( Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
Nova Scotia is rich in natural resources – including biodiversity, forests, provincial parks and the land we manage. The Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the development, management, conservation and protection of forest, parks and wildlife resources and the administration of the province’s Crown land. Together we are working with Nova Scotians to build a better future through sustainable naturalresource managementas we all benefit from the natural health and wealth of the province.
Are you looking for achallengingposition that allows you to work outside and brings you personal satisfaction and accomplishment? Fighting forest fires is a demanding, but rewarding experience. Those who believe inteamwork, safety and a dedication for fitness will do well in this role.
Primary Accountabilities
As a Forestry/Fire Crew team member, typical duties may include:
Wildland fire suppression, pre-suppression and post suppression
Assisting with wildlife, forestry, park or infrastructure projects
General maintenance, grounds keeping, cleaning and janitorial duties, carpentry and the use of chain saws or clearing saws, powered and manual hand tools and associated equipment
Safe use of all vehicles, including off-highway vehicles, tractors, vehicles equipped with manual transmissions, and 4-wheel drive type trucks.
Qualifications and Experience
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a minimum of two (2) years of related experience, including work in:
General carpentry, building and grounds maintenance, general machine maintenance, use of tractors, ride-on mowers, push mowers, string trimmers, hand or power tools and janitorial or custodial duties.
You are a self-motivated, physically fit, flexible, team player. You have knowledge of wildland fire management and wilderness/outdoor navigation and maps. You have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. A valid NS Class 5 Drivers License (or equivalent) is required.
The following are considered assets:
Basic Wildland Fire Suppression Certification
Experience and/or training in radiocommunication;
Formal forestry training;
Able to operate standard shift vehicles;
Knowledge of OHS Act and Regulations;
Forest Safety Society certified for power saw and spacing saws;
Computer proficiency;
Able to use GPS units, collate data and associated software.
We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Equivalency
Applicants relying oneducationand experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
Working Conditions
You will be required to work irregularly scheduled hours, weekends, evenings and holidays. Following work days you may drivehome at nightor be requir…
Title: Forestry Fire Crew Person/Maintenance Worker/A
Company: Association of Psychologists of Nova Scotia
Location: California, Missouri, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care, Maintenance/Cleaning
