Job Title

Fleet Specialist I - Region 4

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Region 4

Proposed Minimum Salary

$21.00 hourly

Job Location

Conroe, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Fleet Specialist I will maintain the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) fleet vehicles assigned to their shop, assure the safety of all personnel by proper maintenance of all fleet vehicles, maintain 24 hour availability by means of a cell phone, pager or other electronic device and remain competent and current in all fleet equipment training updates. Region 4 consists of offices in Cleveland, Conroe, Houston and Huntsville.

Responsibilities:

-Performs vehicle and equipment operations in the shop's assigned areas. Serves a variety of gasoline and diesel engine vehicle and other equipment. Performs safety inspections and conducts emergency field repairs often in adverse conditions in the field. Regularly orders parts and supplies to ensure adequate inventory is on hand. Responsible for developing annual maintenance schedule for entire fleet in assigned area and disseminating to field offices.

-Manage vehicle log book, vehicle and equipment maintenance reporting and tracking, including computer reporting of individual vehicle expenses. Maintain a safe shop by ensuring cleanliness and all accident-prevention recommendations have been implemented. Ensure that PPE is worn while conducting duties. Complete all mandatory training in a timely manner. Manages and accounts for all TAMFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policy rules, procedures and guidelines.

-Assist and supports other TAMFS programs and activities as needed.

-Requires working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions. Will be required to work weekend and after-hours when fire activity dictates. Required to carry cell phone 24/7 when fire activity dictates.

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

 

Education and Experience:

Required Education: High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education: Two (2) year mechanic related technical degree or graduation from an ASE certified program.

Required Experience: Two (2) or more years experience in vehicle maintenance and repair

Preferred Experience: Experience in equipment maintenance comparable to TAMFS fleet, to include JD and Cat dozers.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required Knowledge: Hand and shop tools used in vehicle maintenance. Computer and diagnostic tool competency.

Required Skills: Good organization.

Preferred Skills: Skilled in metal fabrication (burning and welding)

Required Abilities: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

 

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

-Required: Valid Texas Driver's license. Class A CDL or ability to obtain one

-Preferred: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified

 

Applicant Instructions:

Resume is REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Wildland Urban Interface Coordinator I - Region 8

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Region 8

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,250.00 monthly

Job Location

Austin, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

This position reports to the Regional Operations Chief - Region 8 with an emphasis on the wildland urban interface areas within the region. Primarily responsible for planning, implementing and providing technical assistance for wildfire prevention programs that include Community Wildfire Protection Plans, Firewise Communities, completing risk Assessments and fuel management/reduction projects.  This position will also coordinate with municipal, county and federal agencies on local, regional and state-wide Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) programs and provide proactive technical assistance to community based wildfire prevention programs. Assist with the delivery of conservation education efforts as directed. May be asked to serve in various roles during emergency response efforts including wildfire and all-hazard response, including servering as an agency Public Information Officer (PIO). Region 8 consists of offices in the following cities: Austin, College Station, La Grange, McGregor and Smithville.

Responsibilities:
-Develop, deliver and/or assist with agency mitigation and prevention programs that include Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP), Firewise Communities, completing WUI Risk Assessments and fuel management/reduction issues.  Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to municipal, county and federal agencies on agency-offered WUI programs and community based wildfire prevention programs.  Encourage cities, counties and fire departments to participate in proactive prevention and mitigation programs to adopt a CWPP or achieve recognized Firewise USA community status.

-Assist with the field delivery of fuel reduction efforts, conservation education programs, regional wildfire prevention programs, wildland firefighting training and all-hazard response training programs.

-Ensures mitigation and prevention programs are completed in a cost effective manner, on schedule and within budget.  Ensure that programs are adequately tracked to meet any specified deliverable(s) and support that with the completion of timely reports. Completes administrative tasks in accordance with applicable laws, rules, procedures, and guidelines. 

-Serves on the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) Incident Management, Fire Prevention and Wildlife Urban Interface Mitigation Teams with related training and preparedness. Act as PIO, as needed, for wildfire and other all-hazard responses. Coordinate all activities with Regional Operations Chief.

-Working Conditions: Works in an office environment and meets with external customers both inside an office environment and on-site locations in an outside environment.  Travels frequently in support of delivering proactive mitigation and prevention programs and is subject to emergency response assignments.  The position works within the NIMS/ICS environment at wildfires and at all hazard incidents.  During large scale wildfire outbreaks and all hazard incidents, will be assigned to the following areas: public information, prevention, incident management, fire suppression or emergency response efforts.  Requires maintaining TAMFS wildland firefighter moderate physical fitness standards (passing Moderate level WCT). May require working long hours with minimal rest in primitive conditions and may require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as smoke, wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes.  May require walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching and kneeling.  May require lifting and carrying heavy objects.  May require driving motor vehicles for long distances.  May require operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time. Required to carry agency cell phone device to facilitate 24/7 communication for emergency response.

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Range Science, Natural Resource Management,  Fire Management, Fire Ecology, Agriculture Leadership or closely related field.

Preferred Education: Master's degree in Range Science, Natural Resource Management,  Fire Management, Fire Ecology, Agriculture Leadership or closely related field.
Required Experience: Entry level - no prior experience required.

Preferred Experience: Experience as a firefighter, instructor with a recognized volunteer or career fire department or wildland fire agency. Experience working in communication fields - traditional, social or print mediums. Experience with GIS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of computers (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as presentation and various communication softwares.

Required Ability: Work independently and be self-directed. Develop and maintain relationships with various cooperators, stakeholders and the general public.  Work with all forms of the news media.  Work with GIS applications.  Travel and attend required training programs.  Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Required Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Excellent interpersonal skills working with a wide variety of people.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Preferred: Basic firefighter or higher. Fire prevention certifications for TCFP or SFFMA or any NWCG credentials.

Other Requirements:
Required: Ability to walk two miles in 30 minutes or less carrying a 25lb pack. Travel and/or working extended hours on short notice as well as ability to respond for 14+ days for emergency response. 

Preferred: Complete annual WCT at the arduous level: 3-mile walk carrying 45lbs. in 45 minutes or less.

Applicant Instructions:

A resume, cover letter, references and transcript  are required to be uploaded to application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Wildland Urban Interface Coordinator I - Region 7

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Region 7

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,250.00 monthly

Job Location

San Angelo, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

This position reports to the Regional Operations Chief - Region 8 with an emphasis on the wildland urban interface areas within the region. Primarily responsible for planning, implementing and providing technical assistance for wildfire prevention programs that include Community Wildfire Protection Plans, Firewise Communities, completing risk Assessments and fuel management/reduction projects.  This position will also coordinate with municipal, county and federal agencies on local, regional and state-wide Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) programs and provide proactive technical assistance to community based wildfire prevention programs. Assist with the delivery of conservation education efforts as directed. May be asked to serve in various roles during emergency response efforts including wildfire and all-hazard response, including serving as an agency Public Information Officer (PIO). Region 7 consists of offices in the following cities: Alpine, Fort Stockton and San Angelo.

Responsibilities:
-Develop, deliver and/or assist with agency mitigation and prevention programs that include Community Wildfire Protection Plans (CWPP), Firewise Communities, completing WUI Risk Assessments and fuel management/reduction issues.  Coordinate with and provide technical assistance to municipal, county and federal agencies on agency-offered WUI programs and community based wildfire prevention programs.  Encourage cities, counties and fire departments to participate in proactive prevention and mitigation programs to adopt a CWPP or achieve recognized Firewise USA community status.

 

-Assist with the field delivery of fuel reduction efforts, conservation education programs, regional wildfire prevention programs, wildland firefighting training and all-hazard response training programs.

-Ensures mitigation and prevention programs are completed in a cost effective manner, on schedule and within budget.  Ensure that programs are adequately tracked to meet any specified deliverable(s) and support that with the completion of timely reports. Completes administrative tasks in accordance with applicable laws, rules, procedures, and guidelines. 

 

-Serves on the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) Incident Management, Fire Prevention and Wildlife Urban Interface Mitigation Teams with related training and preparedness. Act as PIO, as needed, for wildfire and other all-hazard responses. Coordinate all activities with Regional Operations Chief.

 

-Working Conditions: Works in an office environment and meets with external customers both inside an office environment and on-site locations in an outside environment.  Travels frequently in support of delivering proactive mitigation and prevention programs and is subject to emergency response assignments.  The position works within the NIMS/ICS environment at wildfires and at all hazard incidents.  During large scale wildfire outbreaks and all hazard incidents, will be assigned to the following areas: public information, prevention, incident management, fire suppression or emergency response efforts.  Requires maintaining TAMFS wildland firefighter moderate physical fitness standards (passing Moderate level WCT). May require working long hours with minimal rest in primitive conditions and may require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as smoke, wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes.  May require walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching and kneeling.  May require lifting and carrying heavy objects.  May require driving motor vehicles for long distances.  May require operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time. Required to carry agency cell phone device to facilitate 24/7 communication for emergency response.

 

-Other duties as assigned.

 

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

 

Education and Experience:

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in Range Science, Natural Resource Management,  Fire Management, Fire Ecology, Agriculture Leadership or closely related field.

Preferred Education: Master's degree in Range Science, Natural Resource Management,  Fire Management, Fire Ecology, Agriculture Leadership or closely related field.
Required Experience: Entry level - no prior experience required.

Preferred Experience: Experience as a firefighter, instructor with a recognized volunteer or career fire department or wildland fire agency. Experience working in communication fields - traditional, social or print mediums. Experience with GIS.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of computers (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) as well as presentation and various communication softwares.

Required Ability: Work independently and be self-directed. Develop and maintain relationships with various cooperators, stakeholders and the general public.  Work with all forms of the news media.  Work with GIS applications.  Travel and attend required training programs.  Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Required Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Excellent interpersonal skills working with a wide variety of people.

 

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.

Preferred: Basic firefighter or higher. Fire prevention certifications for TCFP or SFFMA or any NWCG credentials.

Other Requirements:
Required: Ability to walk two miles in 30 minutes or less carrying a 25lb pack. Travel and/or working extended hours on short notice as well as ability to respond for 14+ days for emergency response. 

Preferred: Complete annual WCT at the arduous level: 3-mile walk carrying 45lbs. in 45 minutes or less.

 

Applicant Instructions:

Resume, cover letter, and transcript(s) are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Fire Coordinator I - Region 7

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Region 7

Proposed Minimum Salary

$4,250.00 monthly

Job Location

Fort Stockton, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Fire Coordinator establishes and maintains excellent interaction with the communities, fire departments, and other response systems and supports agencies and organizations within the region and across the state.  Acts as a liaison on behalf of Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) with these stakeholders by keeping them informed of both internal and external assistance programs and facilitate direct assistance through trainings, grants, agency capacity building programs, etc. Promotes local capacity building for fire and emergency response efforts through agency programs, including Incident Management Team (IMT) development as requested.   Operate and maintain wildland fire suppression equipment and respond to wildland fires and other all-hazard incidents as directed. Conducts self in a professional manner at all times. Region 7 maintains offices in Alpine, Fort Stockton and San Angelo.

Responsibilities:

-Deliver the agency's Capacity Building Programs to Volunteer Fire Departments, Combination Departments, and Municipal Career Fire Departments within the district/region.  Supports the delivery and development of these assistance programs within TAMFS and with other government agencies.  These programs include VFD assistance, insurance and vehicle liability risk pool; FEPP, FFP, VFD cost shares, Helping Hands, fire risk assessment, aviation, TIFMAS and TICC

-Assist with training, preparation and coordination of firefighters within the district/region to respond to wildfire incidents locally, regionally and statewide. Communicate to Predictive Services Department personnel and chain of command of regional fire loads and keep them informed of additional resources that may be required to handle fire activity. Communication with local, state and federal officials as appropriate.

-Serves as an emergency responder (including all hazard and wildland fire) which may require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions, exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as smoke, wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes, walking long distances, standing for extended periods, twisting, bending, reaching and kneeling, lifting and carrying heavy objects, driving motor vehicles for long distances, operating heavy equipment with related exposure to equipment vibration and noise and operating computers with monitors for extended periods of time.  Must meet the moderate physical fitness standard of a 2-mile walk carrying a 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or less.  It is required that this position carry an agency cell phone device to facilitate 24/7 communication.  Will be expected to establish residency within 30 minutes of duty station.

-Assists in promoting the development of mutual aid resources and agreements among local jurisdictions. Assists in development of regional wildfire strike teams and regional incident management teams, along with coordinating and assessing the need for wildfire training.

-Serves on the TAMFS Incident Management, Fire Prevention and Wildland Urban Interface Mitigation Teams with related training and preparedness. Coordinate all activities with the Regional Operations Chief.

-Coordinate the development or rural community fire protection programs and response activities through the appropriate state disaster district committees (DDC).

-Be familiar with, and follow, all agency policies, rules, procedures and guidelines. Complete all required trainings, reporting requirements and manage as well as maintain accountability for all agency property. Follow agency policy and procedures when utilizing agency credit cards and comply with all loss prevention and environmental health and safety standards.

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:
Required Education: Bachelor’s degree or meet internal TAMFS eligibility criteria.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Natural Resources, Land Management, Fire Science, Emergency Management, Public Administration or Business Administration. 
Required Experiences: None.

Preferred Experience: Experience as a firefighter and/or instructor with a recognized volunteer or career fire department or wildland fire agency.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge: Wildland firefighting skills including wildland fire hand tools, personal protective equipment, water delivery equipment and fire engine operations.  NWCG firefighter training, NFPA 1001, 1021 and 1041 certification.

Required Skills: Good interpersonal skills.  Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
Required Ability: Travel for trainings, meetings, etc. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment.

Preferred: TCFP or SFFMA Basic Firefighter or higher certification

Other Requirements:
Required: Response to wildfires and all hazard incidents as requested.  Meet moderate physical fitness test of completing a 2-mile walk carrying 25 lbs. in 30 minutes or less.

The Fire Coordinator position is considered a training position with a training/mentoring period up to 2 or more years. 

Applicant Instructions:

A resume, cover letter and transcript(s) are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are entered in the secondary questionnaire portion of the application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Fleet Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Field Operations

Proposed Minimum Salary

$21.00 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and the Lead Fleet Specialist, assist with monitoring, evaluation and management of Incident Response Department vehicles and equipment including performing field inspections, troubleshooting, facilitating equipment repair, ensuring maintenance of records and providing related training. Respond to a variety of wildfire and all-hazard incidents and provide logistical support as needed.

 

Responsibilities:
-Assist Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Fleet Specialist with monitoring, evaluation and management of Incident Response Department vehicles and equipment including: 1) performing field inspections on equipment, verification of required maintenance, vehicle records and inventory, 2) assisting in the facilitation of equipment repair and conduct emergency repairs as needed, 3) help ensure current and accurate maintenance records, including maintenance and repair documentation, are kept on all vehicles and equipment.

-Support and participate in emergency response and wildfire operations as needed. Duties may include firefighting, safety or logistical support duties.
-Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedures and guidelines.

-Manage and account for assigned TFS property.

-The following duties and responsibilities also apply:

*May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions.

*May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time.

*May require exposure to equipment vibrations and noise.

*May require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes.

*May require extended walking, standing, twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting and carrying heavy objects.

*Must meet Work Capacity Test fitness level requirements defined for the position.

*May become eligible for additional out-of-state duty in accordance with the Wildland Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1) by meeting applicable fitness levels.

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

 

Education and Experience:
Required Education: High School Diploma
Preferred Education: Two year mechanic-related technical degree or graduation from an ASE certified program.

Required Experience: One (1) or more years as a vehicle or heavy equipment mechanic - OR equivalent experience with TFS.

Preferred Experience: Four (4) years experience in a wildland fire agency with logistic and/or operation duties. Two (2) years experience working with transporting heavy equipment.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of tools used in vehicle maintenance, repair and fabrication. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge: Basic knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), NWCG firefighter certification, working knowledge of water delivery systems.
Required Ability: Ability to conduct training classes. Ability to travel frequently to agency field locations to perform duties. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Required Skills: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

 

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid Texas Driver’s License (Commercial Class A) or acquire one within 180 days of employment.

 

Applicant Instructions:

Resume and cover letter are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Fleet Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Field Operations

Proposed Minimum Salary

$21.00 hourly

Job Location

Mcgregor, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Fleet Specialist, assist with monitoring, evaluation and management of Field Operations Department vehicles and equipment including performing field inspections, troubleshooting, facilitating equipment repair, ensuring maintenance of records and providing related training. Respond to a variety of wildfire and all-hazard incidents and provide logistical support as needed.

 

Responsibilities:
-Assist Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Fleet Specialist with monitoring, evaluation and management of the Field Operations Department vehicles and equipment including:

1) performing field inspections on equipment, verification of required maintenance, vehicle records and inventory

2) assisting in the facilitation of equipment repair and conduct emergency repairs as needed

3) help ensure current and accurate maintenance records, including maintenance and repair documentation, are kept on all vehicles and equipment.
-Support and participate in emergency response and wildfire operations as needed. Duties may include firefighting, safety or logistical support duties.
-Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedures and guidelines.

-Manage and account for assigned TFS property.

-Other duties as assigned.

 

-The following duties and responsibilities also apply:

*May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions.

*May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time.

*May require exposure to equipment vibrations and noise.

*May require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes.

*May require extended walking, standing, twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting and carrying heavy objects.

*Must meet Work Capacity Test MODERATE fitness level requirements defined for the position.

*May become eligible for additional out-of-state duty in accordance with the Wildland Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1) by meeting applicable fitness levels.

-Ability to travel frequently to TFS field locations to perform duties. Normal 40 hour work week, occasionally requiring some after-hours for regular duty. During emergency response activities will require staffing outside Monday-Friday 8-5. Includes early morning and/or late night, plus weekends.

 

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

 

Education and Experience:
Required Education: High School Diploma
Preferred Education: Two year mechanic-related technical degree or graduation from an ASE certified program.

Required Experience: Two (2) or more years as a vehicle or heavy equipment mechanic - OR equivalent experience with the agency.

Preferred Experience: Four (4) years experience in a wildland fire agency with logistic and /or operation duties. Two (2) years experience working with transporting heavy equipment.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of tools used in vehicle maintenance, repair and fabrication. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge: Basic knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), NWCG firefighter certification, working knowledge of water delivery systems.

Required Skills: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Required Ability: Ability to conduct training classes. Ability to travel frequently to agency offices to perform duties. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

 

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid Texas Driver’s License (Commercial Class A) or acquire one within 180 days of employment.

 

Applicant Instructions:

Resume and cover letter are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Title

Fleet Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Field Operations

Proposed Minimum Salary

$21.00 hourly

Job Location

Mcgregor, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under the direction of the Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Fleet Specialist, assist with monitoring, evaluation and management of Field Operations Department vehicles and equipment including performing field inspections, troubleshooting, facilitating equipment repair, ensuring maintenance of records and providing related training. Respond to a variety of wildfire and all-hazard incidents and provide logistical support as needed.

Responsibilities:
-Assist Incident Response Logistics Coordinator and Lead Fleet Specialist with monitoring, evaluation and management of the Field Operations Department vehicles and equipment including:

1) performing field inspections on equipment, verification of required maintenance, vehicle records and inventory

2) assisting in the facilitation of equipment repair and conduct emergency repairs as needed

3) help ensure current and accurate maintenance records, including maintenance and repair documentation, are kept on all vehicles and equipment.
-Support and participate in emergency response and wildfire operations as needed. Duties may include firefighting, safety or logistical support duties.
-Manage and account for TFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policies, rules, procedures and guidelines.

-Manage and account for assigned TFS property.

-Other duties as assigned.

-The following duties and responsibilities also apply:

*May require working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions.

*May result in exposure to emotionally stressful situations for extended periods of time.

*May require exposure to equipment vibrations and noise.

*May require exposure to harsh environmental conditions such as wind, sunlight, rain and temperature extremes.

*May require extended walking, standing, twisting, bending, kneeling, reaching and lifting and carrying heavy objects.

*Must meet Work Capacity Test MODERATE fitness level requirements defined for the position.

*May become eligible for additional out-of-state duty in accordance with the Wildland Qualification System Guide (PMS 310-1) by meeting applicable fitness levels.

-Ability to travel frequently to TFS field locations to perform duties. Normal 40 hour work week, occasionally requiring some after-hours for regular duty. During emergency response activities will require staffing outside Monday-Friday 8-5. Includes early morning and/or late night, plus weekends.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:
Required Education: High School Diploma
Preferred Education: Two year mechanic-related technical degree or graduation from an ASE certified program.

Required Experience: Two (2) or more years as a vehicle or heavy equipment mechanic - OR equivalent experience with the agency.

Preferred Experience: Four (4) years experience in a wildland fire agency with logistic and/or operation duties. Two (2) years experience working with transporting heavy equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required Knowledge: Working knowledge of tools used in vehicle maintenance, repair and fabrication. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Knowledge: Basic knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS), NWCG firefighter certification, working knowledge of water delivery systems.

Required Skills: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Required Ability: Ability to conduct training classes. Ability to travel frequently to agency offices to perform duties. Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:
Required: Valid Texas Driver’s License (Commercial Class A) or acquire one within 180 days of employment.

Applicant Instructions:

Resume and cover letter are REQUIRED to be uploaded to application.  Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application.  Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section.  More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document.  Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted.  If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690.  Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.