2025 Wildland Fire Aviation Fuel Support Truck Driver

Responsibilities: 
Under the supervision of the Transportation Supervisor and operational direction of a Helicopter Manager, the Wildland Fire Aviation Fuel Support Truck Driver independently operates and maintains a fuel support truck in response to statewide wildland fires. In addition:

• Conducts daily vehicle inspections.
• Maintains driver logbooks and fuel records.
• Maintains current CDL Class B license with tank, HazMat, and airbrake endorsement.
• Adheres to DOT and DNR duty day limits and policies and agency travel regulations.
• Supports helicopter operations by refueling helicopters, selecting refueling areas, filling helicopter foam tanks, directing helicopter landings and departures, etc., under the direction of the Helicopter Manager.
• Will be encouraged to obtain the Helicopter Crew member qualification by the end of the first season.
• Performs Jet-A fuel quality assurance checks.
• Maintains support fuel truck inventory.
• Performs compound maintenance and other duties as assigned.
• Performs field aviation equipment inspections and troubleshooting.
• Works alone, setting up and maintaining remote fuel sites, ensuring the safety of aircraft, public, and self.
• Ability to lift heaving loads on the deck of support trucks.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience with mapping information and the ability to navigate using paper and electronic road maps.
• Experience in driving large vehicles.
• Licensed Class B CDL with HAZMAT, Air brake, and Tank endorsements or ability to obtain within 45 days of hire. 
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention and requests are followed.
• Basic-level computer applications such as Microsoft Office, Android, and Apple functional use.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence
    

• Field and Office: The position’s assigned duty station is the Yakima or Olympia aviation hangar. Work performed in an office setting (50%) and in isolated unimproved natural areas within the state (50%). Incumbents must be able to traverse uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Requires travel (50-75%) to the field for project work, suppression preparedness, fires, supervision, and to attend meetings or various trainings. Frequent overnight travel is required for trainings, meetings, and fire assignments.
• A valid unrestricted driver’s license and have two years of driving experience. This position requires driving as an essential function. Finalists and/or interview candidates will be asked to provide a driving record from all states in which they have held a license during the past three years.
• Must maintain currency of CDL Class B license or greater, HAZMAT, tank, air brake endorsements, and medical certification.

• Experience with aviation FAA fueling operations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience in helicopter operations in a field environment.
• Incident Command System Qualifications relevant to ICS Aviation Operations: e.g., FFT 1/2, HECM, HEB, HMGB, HELR, SEMG, RAMP, FWPT, ASGS, AOBD, etc.).

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications to the position and position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: at least three professional references with current telephone numbers– you may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

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