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Interested applicants should apply by clicking on the Applying for Jobs with BLM Nevada Fire and Aviation.  We will begin hiring Seasonal employees the third week of January 2009.  Those interested in permanent positions or needing further assistance should call 775-738-4668.

The 2008 fire season was considered to be a success by all. The crew became available for fire assignments on May 18th and traveled to New Mexico for a 30 day detail. Throughout the season the crew was assigned to fourteen fires in five different states.

The Elko District as well as the Ruby Mountain Hotshots, maintain an aggressive training program in the pre-season. Some of the courses presented to Elko fire personnel in the past were S-230, I-200, S-211, S-212, S-260, S-217, S-234, S-232, L-280, S-131, S-133, S-215. We plan to present an equal amount of training in the years to come.

The Ruby Mountain Hotshots will have permanent barracks, training facilities, crew area, as well as other amenities in the future. For the 2009 season housing will be provided to crew members from outside the local area. In 2009 the housing fee will be approximately $70 per pay period. The rate will be comparable to the 2008 season. For 2008, the training facilities and crew area were provided by the Elko Fire Department and will be utilized again for 2009.

All personnel who participate on Type I Interagency Hotshot Crew (IHC) assignments must meet the fitness standards listed below. Personnel must meet all standards during the same attempt. Meeting the standards established is a condition of continued employment. Failure to meet the standards may result in reassignment to a less arduous position, if available, or separation.

CONTACTS

Superintendent - Spencer Gregory
Phone: (775) 738-4518
Cell: (775) 934-0843
e-mail: Spencer_Gregory@nv.blm.gov

Assistant Superintendent - Gabe Donaldson
Phone: (775) 738-4516
e-mail: Gabriel_Donaldson@nv.blm.gov

Assistant Superintendent - Craig Cunningham
Phone: (775) 738-4667
e-mail: William_Cunningham@nv.blm.gov


Squad Boss Desk/Hiring Number
Phone: (775) 738-4668
Fax: (775) 738-4521

For information about the City of Elko and Elko County visit these links:

www.ci.elko.nv.us - City of Elko

www.elkonevada.com - Elko, NV Chamber of Commerce

Exercise Performance Required Minimum Acceptable

1 ½ mile run 11 minutes 40 seconds
Sit-ups 40 in 60 seconds
Push-ups 25 in 60 seconds
Chin-ups or Pull-ups 7 for body weight 110 and under
6 for body weight 110-135
5 for body weight 135-170
4 for body weight 170 and higher

(You will be allowed a five-minute break between exercises)

In addition, you will be required to pass the “Pack Test”. This test consists of a 3-mile hike with a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less. Running is not allowed. You must pass the“ Pack Test” before the PT test will even be administered. Both tests must be passed during the first ten work days for continued employment. Physical fitness studies indicate it will require a minimum of six weeks training for a person to be able to achieve the standards listed above.

The job of a hotshot is very demanding both physically and mentally, it requires stamina from all individuals. In order to enjoy the job, as well as to be an asset not a liability to the crew it will benefit you greatly to take your physical preparation seriously. In addition, the more you prepare the less likely you are to become injured during the fire season. The two weeks of physical training is designed to push you and to enhance your fitness level. Don’t count on getting in shape once you start, that’s too late. It takes weeks of hard work to get to the level of where you need to be.

As part of an elite fire fighting team, your ability to perform arduous labor is critical to crew morale, health, and above all safety. Therefore, RMHS requires not only that you pass the minimum acceptable performance standards, also that you strive to meet our goals.

Ruby Mountain’s Standards

Required Exercise Performance

1½ Mile run 10:30 Min. or less - Crew Averages 10 Min
Sit-ups 45 in 60 Sec. - Crew Averages 50
Push-ups 30 in 60 Sec. - Crew Averages 55
Pull-ups 7 for all body weights - Crew Averages 14

Ruby Mountain’s Physical Training Program Typical Workout

This information is provided to new employees to further acquaint them with the PT program we use in training hotshots. Great emphasis is placed on physical training in the first two weeks. This is a typical daily workout during this period.

Morning

Stretch on your own by 0900
Various abdominal exercises (4 sets)
30 push-ups (3 sets)
50 sit-ups (3 sets)
50 crunches and/or cross-over crunches
10 to 1 regressive push-ups (total of 50)
4-5-6 progressive pull-ups (2 sets, total of 30)
4-5-6 progressive bar dips (2 sets, total of 30)
4.5 mile run

Afternoon

5 minute stretch
Various abdominal exercises (4 sets)
30 push-ups (3 sets)
50 sit-ups (3 sets)
50 crunches and/or cross-over crunches
10 to 1 regressive push-ups (total of 55)
4-5-6 progressive pull-ups (2 sets, total of 30)
4-5-6 progressive bar dips (2 sets, total of 30)
5 mile run or Indian run (wind sprints with jogging)

For all upper body exercises, you will be expected to use proper form:

Pull-ups: up until your chin is over the bar and down until your arms are at a 180 degree angle.

Push-ups: up until your arms are at a 180 degree angle and down until your chest is a “fist’s” height off the ground. Keep a straight back.

Sit-ups: hands locked behind your head. Up until elbows touch knees and down until bottom of shoulder blades touch the ground.