Forestry Firefighter & Wildland Fire Prevention

Western Forestry & Conservation Association; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Forestry & Conservation Association is seeking a Forestry Firefighter in Portland, Oregon. This role involves preventing, controlling, and suppressing fires in the working forest, along with maintaining firefighting equipment.

The ideal candidate will provide fire education, fight fires, and perform assessments of fire damage. Experience with prescribed burns and fire management techniques is essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in fire prevention and firefighting.
• Knowledge of maintaining firefighting equipment.
• Ability to conduct fire education and training.

Responsibilities

• Prevent and control fires within the working forest.
• Maintain firefighting equipment and assess fire damage.
• Conduct prescribed burns and plow fire lines.

Job description

Western Forestry & Conservation Association is seeking a Forestry Firefighter in Portland, Oregon. This role involves preventing, controlling, and suppressing fires in the working forest, along with maintaining firefighting equipment.

The ideal candidate will provide fire education, fight fires, and perform assessments of fire damage. Experience with prescribed burns and fire management techniques is essential for this position.