Equipment Time Recorder

EQTR Incident Position Description

The Equipment Time Recorder (EQTR) is responsible for tracking and posting equipment time for wildland fire or all-hazard incidents. The EQTR is supervised by the Procurement Unit Leader (PROC). The EQTR works in the finance functional area.

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Leadership Level 1, Follower (Provide Action)

For additional information review Level 1 description, expected behaviors and knowledge, suggested development goals, and self-study opportunities.

Prepare and Mobilize

Ensure individual readiness.
Gather critical information pertinent to the assignment.
Adhere to guidelines in the NWCG Standards for Interagency Incident Business Management, PMS 902 while on assignment as a single resource.
Travel to and check in at assignment.
Report to the Finance/Administration Section Chief (FSC).

Perform Equipment Time Recorder-Specific Duties

Familiarize yourself with the use and management of both digital and paper records.
Review and validate agreement/contract and input equipment contract rates (e.g., Cooperative Agreement [COOP], Virtual Incident Procurement [VIPR], Emergency Equipment Rental Agreement [EERA]).
Ensure contractors and cooperators are managed properly in accordance with the terms and conditions of the agreement/contract.
Review and post time in the incident time system (e.g., e-ISuite).
Distribute Incident Time Reports, OF 288 to home unit timekeepers as requested.
Close out resources prior to resource demobilization.
Provide training as needed.
Provide a transition plan for the incoming team or jurisdictional agency as needed.

Communicate and Coordinate

Communicate and coordinate with assigned resources and pertinent Incident Management Team (IMT) functional areas.

Manage Risk

Report all accidents to your incident supervisor.
Ensure compliance with all safety practices and procedures for yourself and those around you.

Demobilize

Prepare for and implement demobilization.

Last Modified / Reviewed: 2024-10-29

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