Aerial Wildland Firefighter Pilot

County of San Juan; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Juan is seeking a full-time Pilot at the GS-12 level to operate a variety of aircraft at low altitudes and varying speeds over rugged terrain to transport passengers and cargo. This permanent federal appointment is posted on USAJOBS.

Locations include Missoula, Montana; Broomfield, Colorado; and Ogden, Utah, with a pay range of $75,697 to $142,712 per year. Announcement shows open dates from 10/01/2026 to 05/28/2027.

Responsibilities

• Pilots a variety of models at low altitudes and varying speeds over mountains, forests, or deserts to transport passengers and cargo.

Job description

County of San Juan is seeking a full-time Pilot at the GS-12 level to operate a variety of aircraft at low altitudes and varying speeds over rugged terrain to transport passengers and cargo. This permanent federal appointment is posted on USAJOBS.

Locations include Missoula, Montana; Broomfield, Colorado; and Ogden, Utah, with a pay range of $75,697 to $142,712 per year. Announcement shows open dates from 10/01/2026 to 05/28/2027.