Helicopter Crewmember
The Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) is responsible for supporting the ground-based operations of the helicopter mission in a rapidly changing, high-risk wildland fire environment. The HECM is a member of a helicopter module and reports to the Helicopter Manager (HMGB).
HECM Incident Position Description
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The Helicopter Crewmember serves as a trained member of a helicopter crew, assisting the Helicopter Manager and /or the Helibase Manager in the performance and completion of helicopter missions.
Helicopter Crewmember Duties and Responsibilities
- Constructs helispots, manifests, loads, and unloads cargo and personnel, marshals helicopters, rigs external loads.
- Assists Manager in performing daily inventory checks and in ensuring operational readiness of helicopter unit; performs tool, equipment, and vehicle maintenance and refurbishment; performs facility and cache maintenance.
- Participates in proficiency checks and drills.
- Participates in safety sessions and critiques; provides preflight safety briefings to passengers; ensures own and others’ safety and welfare in all aspects of job.
- Completes aviation forms, vehicle reports, and requisitions as required.
Document
- Crew Time Report (CTR), SF-261 (Watch: How to correctly fill out a CTR)
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2020-05-27