# Wildland Forestry Technician 2 - Aircraft Ramp Manager — Natural Resources · Alaska Jobs [← The Board](https://alaskajobs.org/) · [State & local government jobs](https://alaskajobs.org/jobs/government) # Wildland Forestry Technician 2 - Aircraft Ramp Manager Natural Resources - **Location** — McGrath, AK - **PCN** — 10-N26005 - **Salary** — $36.85 Hourly (Range 14) - **Type** — Long Term Nonperm - **Open to** — Alaska Residents Only - **Bargaining unit** — General Government - **Timing** — Year-round - **Posted** — 2026-06-18 - **Closes** — 2026-08-03 - **Source** — Workplace Alaska (State of Alaska) (synced) Job Description The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection, is recruiting for a Wildland Forestry Technician 2 in McGrath. This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. What You Will Be Doing: The Southwest Area Ramp Manager has primary responsibility for the safety and efficiency of the McGrath Ramp. This position will be responsible for coordinating the movement of aircraft, vehicles, equipment, and personnel on the ramp. The incumbent is also required to monitor ramp operations, maintain safety protocols, and communicate with pilots and airfield managers. The McGrath ramp will also be assigned to maintain equipment readiness and train/mentor personnel in ramp operations. Mission and Values/Culture: The Southwest Area of the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection provides aggressive Wildland Fire Suppression and Support activities for 88 million acres in Southwest Alaska. The Area also continues to implement a widespread Fuels Reduction Program to protect communities and values at risk from wildfires. Benefits of Joining Our Team: The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection base located in McGrath offers a professional, competent, friendly, and resourceful work environment. A DFFP position in the Southwest Area offers opportunities to directly help Alaskans in need and offers a once-in-a-lifetime, highly rewarding experience in a Remote Alaskan setting. The Working Environment You Can Expect: The duty station is McGrath, Alaska. McGrath is a remote community located on the upper reaches of the Kuskokwim River in Southwest Alaska. “Dry” Housing on the compound is offered to selected candidates with communal bathroom, laundry, and dining facilities provided. McGrath is a very remote Alaskan community that can only be accessed by aircraft and boat, boasting a population of approximately 250 residents with very limited services. We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following position-specific competencies. Adaptability: adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment. Teamwork: Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Computer skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases and automated systems to accomplish work Problem solving: Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgement to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Click here to learn more about working for the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection. Minimum Qualifications Twelve months of wildland fire fighting or forestry field experience, of which at least six months was at the developmental level. The required developmental experience is met by service as a Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer. And Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System (see required job qualifications special note). Substitution: Completed coursework from an accredited college or vocational technical school in forestry, fire science, or a closely related field may substitute for the six months of general field experience. (For college 3 semester hours or 4 quarter hours equal one month of work experience. Transcripts or a letter from a vocational technical school must indicate a college credit equivalency for the completed coursework. For example, at Alaska Vocational Technical Center: Forest Ecology = 3 semester credits; Forest Regeneration = 2 semester credits; Timber Harvesting and Sale Administration = 4 semester credits; and Wildland Fire Management = 3 semester credits.) There is no substitution for the six months of developmental experience. There is no substitution for the National Incident Qualification System (Red Card) qualifications. Special Note: Applicants must be at least eighteen years of age. Most positions require National Incident Qualification System certifications. Because there are different specialty areas in this field, recruitment and selection will be made from among those candidates who meet the experience and the basic National Incident Qualification System training requirements specifically listed within the recruitment bulletin. The specialty areas are within one of the following functions: fire operations, wildland fire prevention, and aviation support. Applicant must be able to pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level as defined in Federal Publication PMS 307, Work Capacity Test Administrator' Guide. This test requires that the applicant complete a 3-mile hike carrying a 45-pound pack over level terrain in 45 minutes or less. Applicant must possess an Alaska driver's license. An individual without an Alaska driver's license, who meets the minimum age and experience requirements, may apply for the vacancy. An applicant qualifying under this option may receive a job offer conditional upon acquisition of an Alaska driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty. Positions may require travel both in and out-of-state for fire suppression assignments; stand-by or recall status during the fire season; must be available for assignments in and out of the area that requires the absence from the duty station for 14 to 21 days; flying in small fixed wing aircraft or helicopters, and handling hazardous materials. Some positions may require a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements. Additional Required Information ** Please read the information below carefully. ** At the time of the interview , please ensure that you provide the following materials. Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration. Required documents include: Master Record and/or Current Incident Qualification Card (Red Card). SPECIAL NOTICES Frequent Travel for project and incident operations, both in-state and out-of-state, for up to 21 days at a time; must fly in helicopters and small fixed wing aircraft; extended outdoor fieldwork may be necessary to perform the duties of this position. Must currently have, or have had, an IQS Qualification Card (Red Card) with a minimum qualification of RAMP or RAMP(Trainee). Classification Study Notice This position is currently under review as part of the Forest and Fire Management job class study. Therefore, both the title and the assigned pay range may be subject to change upon completion of the study. Application Notice You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage . Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date. Supplemental Questions For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant’s ability to apply behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions. Education If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. 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