RETARDANT MIXMASTER (MXMS) RETARDANT MIXMASTER (MXMS)

Reports to the ATBM. Supervises the mixing crew during mixing operations. Ensures fire retardants and suppressants are provided to airtanker(s) at the rate specified and for the expected duration. Major Duties

Checks all equipment such as valves, hoses, pumps, and tanks for operation and ensures agency and OSHA safety measures are in place (pump shaft guards, fan belt shields, splash guards, wiring integrity, sealed switch boxes, safety signs and placards, etc).

Will take immediate steps to obtain personnel and equipment to perform operations safely and efficiently. Plans the specific layout of the plant to conduct operations; is responsible for the cleanliness of the plant area. Maintains quality control program for the retardant. Logs and reports pounds and gallons of retardant loaded to the Aircraft Timekeeper. Maintains retardant and equipment records.

Ensures the safety and welfare of personnel working around the plant. Reports all hazards and incidents/accidents immediately to the Airtanker Base Manager who documents the event. Maintains records of all equipment, replacement parts, catalogs, technical manuals, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Reports all hazards and incidents/accidents immediately to the Airtanker Base Manager who documents the event.

Maintains records of all equipment, replacement parts, catalogs, technical manuals, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Ensures OSHA regulations for plant safety are in place, properly documented, and monitored under the direction of the Airtanker Base Manager. Ensures compliance with State and Federal EPA regulations for storage and handling of fire retardants, waste, and washwater under the direction of the Airtanker Base Manager.

Mixmaster (MXMS) Required Training: National Wildland Fire Coordination Group Courses I-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System S-270 Basic Air Operations Interagency Aviation Training Courses A-101 Aviation Safety A-104 Overview of Aircraft Capabilities and Limitation Other Training Which Supports Development of Knowledge and Skills: Geographic Area Mixmaster Training Required Experience: Desirable skills include familiarity with the National Long Term Fire Retardant Contract Satisfactory performance as a Retardant Crewmember Successful position performance as a Mixmaster (MXMS) Physical Fitness: None Required Other Position Assignments That Will Maintain Currency: Airtanker Base Manager (ATBM) MAFFS Airtanker Base Manager (MABM)