Perform forest fire suppression activities. Perform pre-suppression readiness activities. Perform fire prevention and education activities. Assist with grounds and facility maintenance. Perform forest tasks involving slash burning, pre-commercial thinning, road brushing, etc. Forestry knowledge : Understanding Forest management practices and related regulations. Fire management : Fire Management, suppression, and safety, which includes fire knowledge and handling. Equipment operation : Proficiency with forestry tools such as chainsaws, portable pumps, various fire engines, GPS and mapping software as well as various types of forestry or fire fighting vehicles. Communicating: experience: Clear and effective communication skills and ability to handle conflict with team members. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur. This position is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU). For questions about this position, please contact Hiring Manager: Philomath: Dallas: Newport: Oregon Department of Forestry does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, all applicants will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. Veterans - Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. After you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time. For further information, please see the following website:. If you have questions about the job announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, please contact: