Wildland Firefighter

Wildland Firefighter

A Wildland Firefighter participates in activities including fire suppression. A Wildland Firefighter reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• A Wildland Firefighter – Are Contracted Fire Resources. Essential duties are to provide Public Utility Companies with a safe environment in which to work. This is accomplished by delivering fire watch and extinguishment, EMS, fire weather updates, safety briefings along with other duties as needed.
• Travel is required for this position.
• A typical shift is from 6:00am to 4:00pm but 12+ hour shifts are common. Red Flag Warning periods may require you to work up to a 72-hour shift.
• Participate in drills and training programs.
• Provide information to the customer and participate in customer relations events.
• Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends during fire season
• Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.
• Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Valid driver license with good driving record
• Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.
• Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
• Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.
• Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.

Fire Fighter position required certifications :

• FFT2 OR the following certifications:
• ICS 100
• IS 700
• S-130- hands on portion offered during Capstone Academy if needed to obtain
• S-190
• L-180
• RT-130

Desired Certs :

• FFT1
• ICS 200
• IS800
• S-131
• S-230/231
• Q0426
• Hazmat
• Confine space tech
• EMT
• Driver Operator 1A /1B – accepted are: DOD, IFSAC, ENOP
• Weap
• *Any Wildland Fire or Rescue Certifications and or your red card.
• *Current year RT-130 if complete - will complete in academy if needed.