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.