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Modoc Interagency Hotshot Crew Closing date: 12/31/2003 |
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Position: Squad Boss provides day-to-day leadership for squad members. It is their responsiblility to keep the Assistant Superintendent or Superinterndent informed on all aspects related to safe and effective crew operations. This is a career position. Minimum Red Card Qualification: Crew Boss Single Resource (Trainee) and Incident Commander Type 5. Must obtain a Commercial Driver License.
Our Mission
It is the mission of the Modoc Interagency Hotshot Crew to provide a Highly trained, Highly motivated, twenty person, Type 1 Handcrew. It is also understood that this Crew will be available as a national resource and be ready for travel anywhere in the U.S. and abroad on a moments notice.
Major Duties
Responsible for leading a small crew on small or large fires, and incidents involving wildland urban interface/intermix situations. At least one of the firefighters is at the GS-05 grade level. May be assigned as qualified to positions such as lighting boss or other designated positions during actual fuel reduction efforts by prescribed fire.
Under direction of the Assistant Superintendent, assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of the employees. Trains by demonstrating skills in use of hand and power tools, hoses, chemicals, and hydraulic systems. Observes, corrects and evaluates crew skills. Explains fire behavior characteristics, safety regulations, and work procedures.
Assigns work to individuals to best utilize skills and balance workload, checks on work progress, corrects unsafe or incorrect procedures, checks work for adequacy, answers procedural questions of crew, maintains work records, insures that tools and equipment are available, resolves minor complaints, and insures that crew needs are met. Informs supervisor of accomplishments, problems, etc.
This position may serve as Assistant Hotshot Superintendent as needed. During this time, has responsibility for numerous technical decisions concerning Hotshot crew readiness and deployment without technical advice and assistance. Commonly resolves technical problems in situations where quick action is needed and where no technically qualified advisor is available.
May be required to operate crew carrier. All drivers of crew carrier are required to meet state Department of Transportation licensing requirements. This license must be obtained prior to being assigned driver duties. Driver is subject the requirements of the Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing program.
Completes reports for time and attendance, fire time, crew time, and accident/injury reports, fire replacement equipment requisitions. Prepares job hazard analysis for the Assistant Hotshot Superintendent's review and concurrence. Prepares and lead tailgate safety meetings.
Where we are Located
The Modoc Interagency Hotshot Crew is based in Canby, California. Canby is a small ranching community located in the northeastern portion of the state. It is approximately 80 miles south of Klamath Falls, Oregon and 20 miles west of Alturas. Alturas is the closest full service community with a hospital, schools, groceries, etc.
The Hotshot compound has a modern administrative office, large workshop, Crew fire equipment cache, saw room, and a weight/training room under development. Crew housing is available at the Hotshot base, accommodations for twenty-two people in four separate buildings, with a separate female building. The barracks facilities are shared with the Engine group that's also stationed in town.
Additional Information
Tour of duty: 18/8
Pay Scale: $28,644 to $31,237
Interested candidates may direct inquiries to Joe Johnston, Modoc IHC Captain at 530/233-5858 (Hotshot Office) or email at or Bob Beebe, Modoc IHC Captain, email Greg Keller Superintendent email