What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource Crew position at Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California?
NE10
High School Diploma or GED and/or one year experience performing manual labor or work that requires physical labor; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-3 qualification or able to obtain certification within 6 months of employment
Basic first aid and CPR certified or able to obtained within 6 months of employment.
OSHA (10 hours) certification or able to obtained within 1 year of employment.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Compliant, with completion certificates from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 or must obtain within 1 year of employment.
Must be willing to submit to random drug/alcohol screening.
NE11
High School Diploma or GED and three (3) years of relevant experience with the type of work being required or equivalent combination of higher education and experience.
S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-2 qualification.
Basic first aid and CPR certified.
OSHA (10 hours) certification.
NIMS Compliant, with completion certificates from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.
NE12
High School Diploma or GED plus five (5) year of relevant experience with the type of work being required or equivalent combination of higher education and experience, and either:
S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-1 qualification; or
NWCG Red Card Certified with S-212 - Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-2 qualification; or
One (1) year of documented heavy equipment operation or formal training certificate; and S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-2 qualification; or
Class B Commercial Driver’s License and S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-3 qualification.
Basic first aid and CPR certified.
OSHA (30 hours) certification or able to obtain within 1 year.
NIMS Compliant, with completion certificates from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.
NE13
High School Diploma or GED plus Seven (7) year of relevant experience with the type of work being required or equivalent combination of higher education and experience, and either:
Three (3) year of documented heavy equipment proficiency digging, loading, and grading operations and S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-2 qualification; or
Class A Commercial Driver’s License and S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-3 qualification; or
Three (3) year of documented heavy equipment proficiency digging, loading, and grading operations and NWCG Wildland Firefighter Certification (see separate requirements).
Basic first aid and CPR certified.
OSHA (30 hours) certification.
NIMS Compliant, with completion certificates from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.
NE14 (Fire Support Only)
High School Diploma or GED plus Seven (7) year of relevant experience with the type of work being required or equivalent combination of higher education and experience, and either:
Three (3) year of documented heavy equipment proficiency digging, loading, and grading operations and S-212 – Wildland power chainsaw certification with FAL-2 qualification; and
NWCG Engineer, Senior Firefighter Certification (see separate requirements).
Basic first aid and CPR certified.
OSHA (30 hours) certification.
NIMS Compliant, with completion certificates from ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800.
Works as a member of a Resource Crew in vegetation management, firewood production, or other field projects.
Uses a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment.
Ensures all assigned equipment is properly; cleaned, maintained, and serviced on schedule.
Ensures assigned equipment is used properly and in accordance with training and certifications.
Demonstrates safety in all aspects of assignments. Utilizes all prescribed safety equipment, techniques, practices, and methods to ensure the wellbeing of other personnel, the preservation of equipment, and the protection of the assigned work environment.
Participates in team proficiency and in safety reviews.
Communicates and interact with others in a patient, respectful and effective manner, representing the tribe and team with dignity, integrity, and spirit of cooperation in all relationships.
Works safely in a dynamic and complex work site that includes, people, animals, heavy equipment, vehicles, & trailers, under potentially hazardous conditions.
Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with department protocols while performing duties on and off Tribal land.
May be required to provide on-site oversight of assigned task support personnel.
Perform other duties as required.
Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers.
Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.
Ability to be sensitive to Tribal cultural needs of the communities in which the work is performed.
Work hours will normally involve 40-hour work weeks, but may be variable.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel push, pull, and carry heavy loads on cluttered and inconsistent surfaces, uneven terrain or on steep slopes.
Ability to perform sustained and vigorous activities in a variety of environmental conditions.
This position requires frequent lifting up to 65 lbs. unassisted, and occasional assisting with team lifting up to 200 lbs.
Work is subject to performance under prolonged adverse environmental and weather conditions.
Work is subject to performance under prolonged adverse environmental and weather conditions.
Individual may be subject to extreme heat or cold, changing weather conditions, large moving objects, with heavy equipment, hazardous materials, uneven ground, flying debris, and excessive noise.
Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, dust masks, gloves, protective face shields, thick clothing and/or hardhats are needed may arise.
Tight time constraints and multiple competing priorities are common.
Travel may be required.
The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California requires a background check of each new hire for employment purposes. Therefore, all conditionally offered positions will be subject to the following:
Negative alcohol and drug screen
Obtain or possess a valid driver’s license for either the state of Nevada or California within 30 days
Must be insurable under the Washoe Tribe’s driving policy
Preference to Qualified Native American Indians will be given
- Conditions of Employment:
- Benefits
- Paid Holidays
Please note:
Hiring preference is provided to members of the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California followed by members of other federally recognized tribes. Must pass and comply with the PL101.630-Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act. Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California requires any designated candidate to complete a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening, must possess a valid NV or CA. driver license within thirty (30) days of employment, (when applicable) and PL 101-630 Criminal / Character Investigation background check.
Medical
Nevada & California- Federal Employee Benefits Program (FEHB) provides employees with numerous medical plan options to best fit each employee’s specific medical needs, residence service area, and budget. The employee’s also have the options for Transamerica Supplemental Insurance by payroll deductions.
Dental & Life
Nevada & California- Guardian PPO $1500 Annual Maximum Benefit, Dental Guard Preferred, Calendar Year deductible $50.00. Included with Guardian the Tribe offers a $50,000 Basic Term Life for employee only coverage.
Vision
Nevada & California- VSP Wellness eye exam $10.00 copay, prescription glasses $25.00 co-pay, standard lenses covered allowance $130.00 every 2 years, and contacts in lieu of glasses.
13 Paid Holidays Per Year!
New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indian Day, Nevada Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Floating Holiday.