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MNL

Engine Boss (ENGB)

Otsego, MN · On-site

$33 - $40/hr

... during national wildfire assignments ? Can you make sound decisions, manage risk, and keep ... Ability to work in heat, smoke, dust, uneven terrain, and adverse weather while wearing required ...

MNL

Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1)

Otsego, MN · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Are you committed to professionalism, operational readiness, and safe wildfire suppression ... management, and ecological consulting. We also support solar and infrastructure projects with ...

Texas A&M Forest Service

Fire Coordinator I

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$4.5K/mo

... as smoke, wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes, walking long distances, standing for ... Assists in development of regional wildfire strike teams and regional incident management teams ...

Texas A&M Forest Service

Fire Coordinator I

Amarillo, TX · On-site

$4.5K/mo

... as smoke, wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes, walking long distances, standing for ... Assists in development of regional wildfire strike teams and regional incident management teams ...

Seneca

Hardware Leader

Sausalito, CA · On-site

$180K - $270K/yr

Recruit, mentor, and manage a high-caliber hardware team with expertise in mechanical design ... Ensure hardware systems are robust in extreme field conditions - heat, smoke, ash, and rough ...

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Arborist - Disaster Recovery & Damage Assessment

Spokane, WA • On-site

Essel
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Conduct field assessments of trees and vegetation affected by wildfire and disaster conditions

  • Identify hazards, evaluate tree conditions, and document findings using field equipment and mapping technology

  • Assist with prioritizing trees or areas requiring further evaluation, mitigation, or removal

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking experienced ISA Certified Arborists for immediate deployment to support wildfire response and disaster recovery efforts in the Spokane, Washington area.

Arborists will assist with field assessments of trees and vegetation impacted by wildfire conditions, identifying hazards, documenting damage, and supporting safe access and recovery operations. This is a field-based position requiring strong knowledge of tree assessment, hazard identification, and accurate field documentation.

  • Conduct field assessments of trees and vegetation affected by wildfire and disaster conditions
  • Identify potentially hazardous, damaged, unstable, or compromised trees
  • Evaluate tree conditions and document findings
  • Measure tree diameter/DBH and collect accurate field data
  • Use GPS and mapping technology to document tree locations and assessment areas
  • Utilize laser rangefinders and other field equipment to obtain measurements
  • Photograph and document site conditions and tree damage
  • Identify hazards and communicate findings to project leadership
  • Assist with prioritizing trees or areas requiring further evaluation, mitigation, or removal
  • Follow all HAZWOPER, site safety, respiratory protection, and PPE requirements
  • Maintain accurate field notes, measurements, maps, and assessment records
  • Work safely around wildfire-affected structures, vegetation, debris, and other potential hazards
  • Coordinate with other field personnel, safety staff, and project management as needed
Work Environment

This is a field-based wildfire response position. Work may involve exposure to:

  • Wildfire-affected areas
  • Burned and damaged vegetation
  • Unstable trees and limbs
  • Debris and uneven terrain
  • Dust, smoke, and potentially contaminated environments
  • Damaged structures and infrastructure
  • Other hazards associated with disaster recovery operations

Candidates must be comfortable working outdoors in changing conditions and following strict safety protocols.

Deployment Requirements

Candidates must be ready for immediate deployment to Spokane, Washington.

Due to the emergency-response nature of the project, candidates should be prepared to mobilize quickly and work according to project and site requirements.

Requirements

  • ISA Certification required
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification required
  • 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher required if the 40-hour HAZWOPER certification was not completed within the past 12 months
  • Bloodborne Pathogens training required
  • First Aid/CPR certification required
  • Current medical clearance from a physician/medical provider required
  • Must be able to successfully pass a respiratory fit test
  • Must have and be prepared to use required PPE
  • Previous wildfire, disaster response, emergency response, or hazardous-site experience strongly preferred
  • Ability to work safely in outdoor, potentially hazardous environments
  • Ability to work extended hours and varying schedules based on project needs
  • Must be physically capable of performing field inspections and walking through potentially uneven, debris-filled, or hazardous areas
Required Personal Equipment & Field Tools

Candidates must provide their own appropriate personal field equipment and tools, including:

  • Personal PPE appropriate for the work environment
  • Field assessment tools
  • GPS tracking/mapping device
  • Laser rangefinder
  • Tree/DBH diameter tape
  • Other standard arborist field equipment necessary to safely and accurately perform tree assessments
Required Documentation

Candidates must be able to provide proof of:

  • ISA Certification
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER
  • 8-Hour HAZWOPER refresher, when applicable
  • Bloodborne Pathogens training
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Medical clearance
  • Respiratory fit-test clearance
  • Any other required safety training or credentials

Wildfire/disaster response experience is highly preferred.

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Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

San Francisco, CA, US

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