Heavy Equipment Technical Specialist , THSP

The Heavy Equipment Technical Specialist is responsible for providing heavy/logging equipment technical assistance to Incident Management Teams (IMT) and Agency Administrators.  The Heavy Equipment Technical Specialist will report to the Operations Section.

Duties:

• Provides expert knowledge (equipment capability, cost, and site affects) of heavy equipment use in various fuel types, soil types, and slopes.
• Reviews incident needs and discusses any special procedures or potential problems with the Unit Leaders.
• Provides assistance and guidance to Operations, Plans, and Logistics by applying a high skill level to matters pertaining to the use and transport of heavy equipment.
• Interprets minimum standards and assists in resolving issues pertaining to equipment standards and the safe operation of this equipment.
• Coordinates and assists the Operations, Safety, and Logistics personnel with the operational requirements of the equipment, as well as the most efficient use of the equipment.
• Works with the Incident Contract Project Inspector to assist in resolving issues within the scope of the agreement.
• Briefs Operations, Safety, and Logistics personnel on current and potential problems and provides recommendations in order to alleviate issues.
• Acts as a liaison officer between local forest industry resources, Agency Administrator(s), and the Incident Commander.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a light work capacity test and RT-130, Fireline Safety Refresher (if assigned to incident camps and/or fireline)
• If this position is not assigned to an incident camp, then no fitness or RT-130 requirements.
• Individuals meeting the qualifications of the Heavy Equipment Technical Specialist position normally have a minimum of 10 years of work experience regarding safe and efficient use of heavy equipment.

Personnel that are currently employed in the local wood products industry and foresters are a good source for personnel that may meet these requirements.