Leads a Resource Crew in vegetation management, firewood production, or other field projects.

Supervises and trains team in the use of a variety of hand tools and power tools.

Ensures all equipment is managed properly; cleaned, maintained, and serviced on schedule.

Ensures team members are properly trained and certified on assigned equipment and tools.

Ensures welfare and safety in all aspects of the assignments. Oversees the use of all prescribed safety equipment, techniques, practices, and methods to ensure the wellbeing of all personnel, the preservation of all equipment, and the protection of the assigned work environment.

Conducts team proficiency and in safety reviews.

Communicates and interact with others in a patient, respectful and effective manner, representing the tribe and team with dignity, integrity, and spirit of cooperation in all relationships.

Works safely in a dynamic and complex work site that includes, people, animals, heavy equipment, vehicles, & trailers, under potentially hazardous conditions.

Wear personal protective equipment in accordance with department protocols while performing duties on and off Tribal land.

Perform other duties as required.

Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.

Knowledge of basic environmental terms, and concepts.

Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers.

Ability to represent the organization in a professional manner, building respect and confidence.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in verbal or written format.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Ability to be sensitive to Tribal cultural needs of the communities in which the work is performed.

Able to learn, understanding, and follow all applicable federal, tribal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and/or ordinances.

Work hours will normally involve 40-hour work weeks, but may be variable.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to lift, bend, stoop, kneel push, pull, and carry heavy loads on cluttered and inconsistent surfaces, uneven terrain or on steep slopes.

Ability to perform sustained and vigorous activities in a variety of environmental conditions.

This position requires frequent lifting up to 65 lbs. unassisted, and occasional assisting with team lifting up to 200 lbs.

Work is subject to performance under prolonged adverse environmental and weather conditions.

Individual may be subject to extreme heat or cold, changing weather conditions, large moving objects, with heavy equipment, hazardous materials, uneven ground, flying debris, and excessive noise.

Situations where safety-toe shoes, safety goggles, dust masks, gloves, protective face shields, thick clothing and/or hardhats are needed may arise.

Tight time constraints and multiple competing priorities are common.

Travel may be required.

The Washoe Tribe of Nevada & California requires a background check of each new hire for employment purposes. Therefore, all conditionally offered positions will be subject to the following:

Negative alcohol and drug screen

Obtain or possess a valid driver’s license for either the state of Nevada or California within 30 days

Must be insurable under the Washoe Tribe’s driving policy

Preference to Qualified Native American Indians will be given