Victoria Crosby

Pay: $21.14 (GS-6)

Hours: 40 Hours Per Week

Supervisor: Jordan Pake (715)829-6657

• Helped supervise crew and initiated tasks to complete assignments
• Put people in order and conducted burnouts on multiple fires.
• Conducted daily inspections of firefighting equipment, apparatus, and facilities.
• Supervised subordinate firefighters in the performance of their duties.
• Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
• Maintained records of all fire-related activities including incident reports, maintenance logs, and training documents.
• Assessed risks associated with potential hazards encountered in emergency situations.
• Provided leadership and guidance to assigned crew members during drills, exercises, and real-world operations.
• Worked directly with air attack and helicopters on multiple fires.
• Worked on engine boss on several large active fires and IAs on and off district.
• Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
• Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
• Assisted in hazardous fuels operations such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
• Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
• Operated engine and made tactical decisions on several IAs involving urban interface.
• Participated in and led physical trainings to maintain high levels of fitness and readiness.
• Educated and trained new wildland firefighters in tactics, safety, and equipment use.
• Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during large-scale fire suppression operations.

Pay: $18.06 (GS-5)

Hours: 40 hours Per Week

Supervisors: Micah Fey (435)632-2522, Jordan Pake (715)829-6657

• Operated engine or various prescribed burns and fires
• Serves as a lead wildland firefighter and member of an engine crew.
• Directed the work of a small crew of firefighters in building firelines, burnout, mopping up, and patrolling firelines.
• Did a 2 week hotshot detail In Idaho.
• 3 two week assignments on different hand crews.
• Performed administrative lead duties such as: timekeeping, travel, government credit card managements, maintaining records, etc.
• Used drip torches on multiple RX burns
• Listened to burning directions and performed them efficiently on all RX burns.
• Served as a skilled crewmember on multiple engines and handcrews.
• Applied an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area, weather, fuels, and training in fire management.
• Planed action and directed utilization of fire line resources.
• Directed assigned suppression operations and recommends and implements tactical strategies on fires.
• Directed the operation and use of special tools and equipment.
• Performed basic fireline strategies such as line construction, hose layout, operations of pumps and accessories, lopping and scattering of fuels using hand tools and holding, patrolling, monitoring, and mop-up operations.
• Directed and ensures proper equipment and supplies needed for fire assignments.
• Managed fuels projects such as: prescribed fire, mechanical and biological treatments, inventorying fuel beds, and piling vegetation debris.
• Performed wildland fire suppression/management/control functions.
• Kept station in safe working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel daily and keeping supplies organized.
• Helped assist multiple prescribed burns off district in different fuels working with different resources and using different tatics.
• Performed IC5 tasks, FFT1 tasks, and performed other tasks that go beyond the job and grade scale requirements.
• Participated in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices and methods of fire suppression.
• Gathered information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents.
• Served as FFT1 (Squad boss) on multiple Type 2 IA hand crews leading and directing 6-8 FFT2s in fire suppression tactics.
• Maintained PPE supplies for work force.
• Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Pay: $15.98 (GS-4)

Hours: 40 hours a week

Supervisors: Micah Fey (435)632-2522, Jordan Pake (715)829-6657

• Served as a skilled crewmember on engines and handcrews.
• Worked as a trainee engine operator driving the engine, operating the pump and making hose lays.
• Serviced and made minor repairs to engine and gov vehicles; inspects, checks and services accessories such as pump, water lines, tank, reels, and kept in fire readiness.
• Received any offered training and performed operation duties.
• Performed basic fireline activities such as line construction, hose layout, operations of pumps and accessories, lopping and scattering of fuels using hand tools and holding, patrolling, monitoring, and mop-up operations.
• Participated in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment and vehicles used in fire line activities.
• Performed rehab work on fires that were controlled and contained including chipping, rehabbing dozer lines, rolling hose, etc
• Accepted and encouraged learning opportunities.
• Used radio effectively and professionally
• Established effective relationships with personnel and different crews.
• Ensured availability, qualifications, and capabilities of resources to complete assignment.
• Understand and complied with ICS concepts and principles.
• Influenced, guided, and directed assigned personnel to accomplish objectives and desired outcomes in a rapidly changing, high-risk environment.
• Inspected crew members and their personal protective equipment and ensured it met agency requirements, conditions of hire, and supervisor’s instructions.
• Ensured the safety, welfare, and accountability of assigned personnel
• Established work assignments and performance expectations, monitored performance, and provided feedback.
• Assisted in prepping units for future burns.
• Developed strategies and applied appropriate tactics for the assignment.
• Obtained, monitored, and documented fire weather forecasts and other environmental factors to anticipate changes in fire behavior.
• Anticipated, recognized, and mitigated unsafe situations
• Briefed and kept subordinates informed throughout the incident using the IRPG briefing checklist
• Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
• Helped assist multiple prescribed burns off district in different fuels working with different resources and using different tatics.
• Performed IC5 tasks, FFT1 tasks, and performed other tasks that go beyond the job and grade scale requirements.

Pay: $13.35 (GS-3)

Hours: 40 hours a week

Supervisors: Dave Degennaro (435)619-6338, Micah Fey (435)632-2522, Adam Pectol (435)680-3652

• Four months on type 6 engine
• Two and a half months on type 4 engine
• Suppressed flames, embers, and fuels by using hand tools, bladder bags, engines, hoses, and other resources.
• Performed assignments while developing and acting upon knowledge of safety rules, basic fire behavior, fire suppression, and fuels management techniques.
• Searched out and extinguishing burning materials by moving dirt, brush and rock, using various hand tools such as shovels, Pulaskis, etc and applying water by hose or backpack pump, etc.
• Chopped brush and fell small trees in construction of fireline.
• Utilized hand tools such as axes and Pulaskis, and used power tools including chainsaws and portable pumps to control spreading of wildland fire and/or to prepare control lines prior to burning.
• Patrolled fireline on foot and vehicle to locate and extinguish embers, flare-ups, and hotspot fires that could have threatened developed firelines.
• Cleaned, reconditioned, and properly stored fire tools and equipment.
• Worked alongside trained fire personnel in more specialized assignments such as backfire and burnout, and mobile and stationary engine attack.
• Participated in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment and vehicles used in fireline activities.
• Participated in all crew proficiency checks and drills.
• Participated in safety sessions and fire discussions. Ensured own safety and safety of others in all aspects of the assignments.
• Participated in fire prevention, patrol, detection, and burning.
• Maintained and repaired firefighting tools, equipment and facilities.
• Performed specific tasks determined by evaluation of the situation and issues involved. Considering slope, weather conditions, fuels and other fire behavior factors.
• Adjusted and coped with exposure to weather elements, dust and smoke, and eating situations under an unpredictable set of circumstances.
• Lived in backcountry camps for extended periods of time.
• Performed prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, recurring bending, reaching, lifting and carrying of items.
• Performed physically demanding activities during emergencies, under adverse environmental conditions, and over extended periods of time.
• Performed extensive running, walking, climbing, kneeling, stooping, pulling hoses, jumping and twisting.
• Met and dealt on day-to-day matters with co-workers. Contacted with public land users to exchange information.
• Listened and followed oral instructions, and operating procedures, maps, equipment manuals, health and safety codes, fireline handbooks, field operations guides, and training prior to actual fuels management and fire suppression activities.
• Performed duties under stressful and adverse operating conditions, such as long work hours, heavy workloads, emergency situations, adverse working and environmental conditions.
• Verbally communicated sufficiently to work as a member of the crew.
• Had knowledge of agency and interagency qualification, position task book requirements, and certification standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of reporting requirements and procedures.
• Knowledge of appropriate act requirements
• Skilled in the use of several wildland firefighting hand tools, pumps and hoses, and chainsaws sufficient to perform assigned basic standard fire suppression and prescribed fire assignments and cleaned/maintained firefighting tools and equipment daily.
• Performed individually and as a member of a module/crew in a variety of assignments
• Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response to emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
• Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
• Made every action based off safety for myself and all other personal and crew members.
• Properly maintained, used, and operated personal handheld radio.
• Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to have full availability of water supply.
• Did multiple backfire burns safely and effectively- listened attentively and followed directions from firing boss.
• Fought fires by mobile, indirectly and direct attack with all actions being based on safety first.
• Always available and ready for on call situations on days off.
• Performed general maintenance and safety checks on vehicles, tools, and equipment daily.
• Wore and maintained proper PPE
• Completed field assessments of active fires and listened and discussed attentively to planned approaches.
• Kept station in safe working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel daily and keeping supplies organized.
• Listened attentively to supervisors and other fire personal when relaying information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
• Practiced and reviewed standard firefighting orders daily.
• Attended morning briefings and listened attentively.
• Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
• Set up and practiced different scenarios in emergency situations.
• Responded to fires and emergency alarms fast and safely.
• Performed safe defensive driving.
• Checked all equipment, including hoses, levers, nossles, trucks, and other equipment before and after fire calls to ensure they were properly functioning.
• Examined and assessed hoses by laying out and checking connections for effective fire suppression.
• Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
• Helped Assess nature and extent of fire, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine plan of action.
• Tested and inspected tools, equipment and line gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
• Looked over IRPG frequently and used if needed.
• Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
• Put safety first and practiced safety in every aspect of duty.
• Laid hose lines and operated nozzles and pumps
• Communicated with other personal and crew members consistently and effectively.
• Removed burning items from off the line
• Dug control lines fast and efficient
• Operated engine, nozzles, and hard line on mobile attacks
• Communicated resource status with dispatch.
• Safely and efficiently carried out orders whenever given.

Pay: $14.54 (GS-4)

Hours: 40 Hours A Week

Timber Supervisor: Chandra Van Slyke (928)245-2071

• Assisted in Laying out timber sale boundaries in accordance with environmental assessments and other instruction, considering factors such as transportation system, topography, fuels management, silvicultural objectives, wildlife needs, stream protection and other related resource considerations.
• Chopped brush and fell small trees in construction of fireline.
• Identified different tree species
• Participated in all crew proficiency checks and drills.
• Participated in safety sessions and fire discussions. Ensured own safety and safety of others in all aspects of assignments
• Maintained and repaired timber and firefighting tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Participated in meetings with firefighters, timber , and range personel.
• For timber cruising, served as tally person and operated electronic field data recorders. Assisted in the measure of limiting distances, tree diameter, tree height, estimation of defect and quality, and related fundamental timber, cruising procedures. Followed Instructions under the direct supervision of a qualified timber cruiser.
• Operated government motorized vehicles and completed maintenance checks
• Evaluated forest diversity, inventoried numbers and checked the health of different specimens
• Located trees and forest plots through the use of GPS
• Evaluated forest stands for saleable timber with high attention to detail, estimating value and marking specific trees for harvesting
• Took and Documented DBH, Heights, Defects, Species, And Age of Trees
• Operated with and hiked long distances with forester painting Panamas
• Wore, inspected, and maintained proper PPE such as hard hat, protective gloves, eye protective glasses, appropriate hiking boots, water, long sleeve shirts, and clothing around face to protect from paint.
• Helped silviculture collect and analyze Pine cones based on contract standards
• Used equipment/tools such as avenza, trembles, data recorders, gps, marking paint, Panamas, diameter tape, clinometers, height lasers, compasses, loggers tape, Basal Area Prisms, Increment Borer's, etc.
• Helped manage tree planting based on contract expectations (correct shading, species, amount, distance, dig)
• Selected and marked individual trees for harvest using well defined marking guidelines, silvicultural prescriptions, and specific instruction
• Located and GPS'd ground features.
• Participated in other aspects of resource management support work such as recreation, maintenance, silviculture, tree planting, etc.
• Designated sale area and cutting unit boundaries on the ground.

Pay: $18.96 Per Hour (AD)
Engine Supervisor: Berkeley Krueger (520)820-3759

Handcrew Supervisor: Greg Olmstead (480)540-2262

• 14 Day Engine Assignment on type 1 fire
• 14 Day Hand crew Assignment on Type 2 fire
• Used IRPG and asked questions when uncertain about situations
• Properly used handheld radios when needed
• Did daily vehicle maintenance checks to ensure and maintain a safe and fire ready vehicle
• Acted on standard firefighting orders
• Dug control lines with appropriate hand tools
• Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses
• Moped up and gridded for heat spots.
• Layed hoses to reach active flames and heat spots.
• Put safety first
• Used hand tools to prevent spread of fire.
• Ensured that hoses were laid out and properly connected
• Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires and prevent escalation in spread of fire
• Listened and acted on directions given by supervisors and squad bosses while putting safety first.
• Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using shovels, bladder bags, and engines
• Wore proper PPE
• Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
• Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
• Examined and assessed hoses by laying out and checking connections to fire engines for effective fire suppression.
• Adjusted to and coped with different circumstances including food situations, weather behaviors, change of plans, etc.
• Listened and participated in daily briefings
• Spent extensive days and hours hiking, digging, carrying weight, etc.
• Performed fire suppression and fire prevention duties efficiently.
• Worked hard individually and as a crew member