Helitack Wildland Firefighter: Frontline Fire Suppression

Forest Service (DOA); Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Service (DOA) seeks a crewmember for a National Forest fire crew focused on wildland fire suppression and management. The role emphasizes operation and maintenance of specialized tools and equipment in demanding field conditions.

Locations include Broomfield, CO; Durango, CO; Monument, CO; Rifle, CO; and Custer, SD, with no telework. The appointment is temporary, full-time, with occasional travel and a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• GW-05: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GW-04 grade level; OR completion of a 4-year course of study in Fire Science or related field; OR a combination of education and experience.
• FFT1 and S-290 are selective placement factors to be met.
• Experience or education combinations accepted.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior firefighter duties on helitack or related fire suppression modules.
• Load helicopter personnel and cargo and complete manifests.
• Inspect and inventory helicopter accessories, fire tools, and equipment.
• Respond to wildland fire incidents with knowledge of weather, terrain, and fire behavior.
• Operate and maintain specialized firefighting equipment and participate in safety training.

Education

Fire Science or related field

Job description

Forest Service (DOA) seeks a crewmember for a National Forest fire crew focused on wildland fire suppression and management. The role emphasizes operation and maintenance of specialized tools and equipment in demanding field conditions.

Locations include Broomfield, CO; Durango, CO; Monument, CO; Rifle, CO; and Custer, SD, with no telework. The appointment is temporary, full-time, with occasional travel and a competitive hourly wage.