Elite Smokejumper & Wildland Firefighter

U.S. Forest Service; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Forest Service, located in a national forest fire crew, seeks a seasoned smokejumper to perform parachute jumps and a broad set of wildland fire suppression duties. You will operate in challenging terrain and coordinate with spotters to select jump spots.

You will utilize tools such as Pulaski, shovel, chainsaw and McLeod, may serve as incident commander or single resource boss, and participate in annual refresher training.

Qualifications

• US Citizen or US National requirement.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Background investigation and/or fingerprint check required.
• Direct Deposit required for federal payments.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Some Fire positions may require a CDL or other medical/drug testing; or a physical examination.
• This is a Test Designated Position.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Appointment based on a negative result.
• 30 days advance notice.
• Must meet Federal Wildland Firefighter Medical Standards for arduous duty.
• Willing to live/work in remote locations.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Must pass Work Capacity Test for Wildland Firefighters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an experienced smokejumper performing parachute jumps and suppression duties.
• Make parachute jumps from various aircraft under diverse conditions to land on rough terrain.
• Perform wildland fire suppression using hand and power tools (Pulaski, shovel, chainsaw, McLeod).
• May serve as incident commander or single resource boss and determine fire strategy.
• Participate in annual refresher training for parachute jumping, handling, and firefighting.
• Coordinate with spotter to select jump spots.
• Plan logistics for multiple shifts and assess fire behavior to determine resource needs.
• May obtain FAA certifications such as Senior or Master Parachute Rigger.
• Construct and maintain jump gear and cargo systems.
• Assist with training new smokejumpers and ensure readiness.
• Travel to assignments by parachute, foot, vehicle, or air.
• May perform other resource management duties when not firefighting.

Skills

Smokejumper

Parachute jumping

Wildland firefighting

Tools

Pulaski

Shovel

Chainsaw

McLeod

Job description

The U.S. Forest Service, located in a national forest fire crew, seeks a seasoned smokejumper to perform parachute jumps and a broad set of wildland fire suppression duties. You will operate in challenging terrain and coordinate with spotters to select jump spots.

You will utilize tools such as Pulaski, shovel, chainsaw and McLeod, may serve as incident commander or single resource boss, and participate in annual refresher training.