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GFAR Engine Boss

Spokane, WA ยท On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Job Type Part-time, Temporary Description Global Fleet & Auto Repair LLC, doing business as Global ... The Engine Boss is in charge of a single fire engine and its crew, ensuring their safety during ...

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GFAR Engine Boss

WorkForce Services

Spokane, WA โ€ข On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 20 hours ago


Job description

Job Type
Part-time, Temporary
Description
Global Fleet & Auto Repair LLC, doing business as Global Wildfire Equipment, is currently seeking to hire for the position of Engine Boss.
The Engine Boss is in charge of a single fire engine and its crew, ensuring their safety during wildland and prescribed fire incidents. The ENGB manages the assigned engine and crew, reporting to the Strike Team/Task Force Leader or another appointed supervisor, and operates within the functional area of operations.
Our firefighters are the core of our organization, and their well-being, along with that of their families, is our top priority. We strive to be a competitive employer by offering a stimulating, forward-thinking, and inclusive environment that encourages personal leadership, career advancement, and professional development for all our staff. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group working to protect land, property, and lives.
Required Qualifications
  • Introduction to ICS (ICS-100)
  • Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
  • Firefighter Training (S-130 - Field Day Required)
  • Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
  • NIMS: An Introduction (IS-700)
  • Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) (RT-130)
  • Ability to pass a WCT (Work Capacity Test/Pack Test) at Arduous Level (ability to walk 3 miles in 45 minutes with a 45-pound pack)
  • ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents (ICS-200)
  • Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) (RT-130)
  • Crew Boss (Single Resource) (S-230)
  • Engine Boss (S-231)
  • Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290)
  • Satisfactory performance as a Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)
  • Completion and Certification of NWCG Engine Boss, Single Resource (ENGB) Position Task Book (PMS 311-13)
  • Employees must be 21 years of age or older.
  • DOT Medical Examiner's Certification (will be authorized by employer for qualified individuals)
  • Current driver's license with acceptable driving record

*Other Training Which Supports Development Of Knowledge And Skills*
  • Basic Air Operations (S-270)
  • Engine Boss (Single Resource) (S-231)
  • Firing Operations (S-219)
  • Followership to Leadership (L-280)
  • Interagency Incident Business Management (S-260)

What Global Wildfire Equipment Provides:
  • Full time, part time, and seasonal career opportunities
  • Full NWCG compliant Engines and Tenders
  • Ability to Maintain and Advance NWCG qualifications.
  • Work center-based locations when not deployed on fire assignments or on-call assignments.
  • Career advancement
  • Competitive wages
  • Overtime opportunities

What Benefits are Provided to Firefighters:
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 8-Paid Company Holidays
  • Employee discounts through Life Mart
  • Competitive pay

Job Types:
Full/Part Time, Seasonal
Experience:
  • Wildland Firefighting: 5 years (Preferred)
  • Driver's License and acceptable driving record (Required)

Physical Fitness Level: Arduous
The role entails fieldwork demanding physical performance that requires exceptional endurance and advanced conditioning. Responsibilities may necessitate sporadic engagement in extremely demanding activities during emergencies, under challenging environmental conditions, and for prolonged durations. The job necessitates running, walking, climbing, jumping, twisting, bending, and lifting objects weighing over 50 pounds. The work pace is often dictated by the urgency of the situation.
Additional Information: Interested candidates should reply now for an initial interview, which will be a brief 5-10-minute phone call. Local interviews will be scheduled soon after.
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