Fire Watch Technician

Job Description:

Overview

The Fire Watch Technician's primary responsibility is assisting the Director of Operations with the Firewise related projects assigned as detailed below and carrying out the directives as assigned by the Director of Operations and/or Community Associations Director.

Salary: $19.00/ hr

There's no place like Suncadia.

A premier all-season resort, Suncadia is tucked away on the sunny slopes of the Cascade mountains and offers guests three distinctive choices in hotel, Inn and private home accommodations. With more than 6,000 acres of forested mountain landscape, Suncadia features 40+ miles of hiking and biking trails, thirty-six holes of golf, a luxury spa, and the 2.2 million-acre Wenatchee Washington National Forest right next door. Plus, unparalleled activities like outdoor concerts, fine dining, swimming, and more.

Why join our team?

It takes a balance of innovators, relationship builders, and risk-takers to showcase the magic of Suncadia. There’s no one like you, and the individuality of our associates is central to our success. We value integrity and seek service-minded individuals who are passionate about delivering greatness. Sound like you? Join us and enjoy the benefits of being on our team.

• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k (with a company match!) benefits, and more
• Perks: Enjoy free golf, discounts on resort retail and food & beverage, and more!
• A Balanced Life: Full-time team members are eligible for 2-weeks of PTO and holiday pay in their first year
• Travel is good for the soul: Experience destinations around the country with team member hotel discounts
• Growth: Opportunities for internal career growth and expansion

• Celebrate: Monthly team member gatherings, quarterly events, and the legendary Team Member Golf Tournament
• Be Part of the Magic: Trust us, seeing a first-time guest take in our Cascade views never gets old

*Some benefits may vary based on job status

Responsibilities

Communication:

• Timely and complete communication of any hazard found and or smoke/fire spotted to Manager, Director, Community Association Management, and Community Services and other impacted entities.

Financial:

• Utilize departmental assets, equipment and vehicles in a responsible and cost-efficient manner

General:

• Work with forestry consultants to do necessary daily tasks with fire watch.
• Inspect forest and fire access road conditions for maintenance, accessibility and proper drainage.
• Identify fire risk areas and activities and report to manager for action.
• During fire season, serve as fire lookout on Suncadia and surrounding property.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent
• Ability to work well with others and the public
• Ability to work flexible hours and days
• Knowledgeable of Suncadia Resort and Central Washington
• Prefer First Aid and CPR Card
• Prefer trained in Incident Command System
• Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions and work independently and cooperatively
• Map reading
• Ability to use basic hand tools, grooming machinery, light power equipment and handheld and desktop computer systems
• Have knowledge of local native tree, shrub and plant species
• Good communication skills both verbal and written