APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$35,078.40 to
$51,197.76
PAY GRADE: 28
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
JOB INFORMATION
Work Type: Seasonal, full time vacancies as they may occur
in this geographical location.
The Seasonal Forestry Equipment Operator, operates specialized forestry vehicles and equipment on a statewide basis. The position is with the Air Operations program located in Minden, NV and the incumbent will be driving and performing routine operator maintenance on the two aviation fuel trucks.
The selected individual will drive aviation fuel trucks to various destinations within or outside the State; fuel helicopters for firefighting or project work as needed to accomplish the mission; assist Helitack crews with establishing temporary helicopter bases as needed; monitor aviation bulk fuel tanks to ensure fuel levels stay above minimum stock levels; perform annual filter changes on bulk tanks; monitor and inspects tanks to ensure proper working condition; order fuel as needed; receive bulk fuel from commercial vendors; perform preventive maintenance to ensure vehicles are in proper working condition including changing fluids and filters; conduct visual inspections; review maintenance records; schedule needed services or repairs through Nevada Division of Forestry (NDF) fleet program; arrange for emergency repairs if needed; conduct safety inspections on assigned vehicles; and complete and maintain records in accordance with record and retention procedures.
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of commercial freight and/or commercial fuel delivery experience which included responsibility for loading freight and/or fuel and operating a Class B commercial motor vehicle; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Special Notes
Incumbents are expected to move equipment both for short and long distances under minimum supervision.
Incumbents may be required to operate equipment under extremely difficult and hazardous conditions where skill and judgment are essential.
Incumbents may be required to operate vehicles and/or equipment in adverse weather conditions, mountainous terrain, rough terrain or where no roadways exist, multi-lane freeways, narrow two-lane roads, residential areas, and heavy urban traffic.
Special Requirements
A valid Class A or Class B Nevada Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Positions required to drive the aviation fuel truck will be required to have both a HAZMAT and Tanker endorsement at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
Statewide travel for extended periods and call-out in emergencies is required.
Positions are subject to call-out or call-back.
Additional Position Criteria
A valid Class A or Class B Nevada Commercial Drivers License with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsement is required.
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
