They require the willingness to walk, stand, and work while bending and stooping for extended periods. They require the willingness to work from ladders, scaffolds, and other above-ground locations such as on roofs. They require the willingness to work in an environment containing dust, odor, and high levels of noise. They require the willingness to lift and carry heavy objects. Some positions may require the willingness to work with or around chemicals and caustic compounds such as pesticides, herbicides, disinfectants and cleaning agents.
Some positions require the willingness to work around forest fires.
Some positions may require the willingness to work in confined spaces such as tunnels. Extensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in the performance of assigned duties. Skill in communicating orally and in writing, sufficient to perform the functions of the position. Ability to keep logs and records and to write reports based on those records. Ability to obtain an appropriate motor vehicle certification.