Senior Wildland Fire Engine Operator

Forest Service; Burley (ID); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Service in Idaho seeks a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation) to serve on a fire crew within the fire management organization. The role emphasizes engine operation on an engine crew and involves wildland firefighting and prescribed fire duties.

The position is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and pays $25.37 per hour, with open competition under the Public path; applications close on 2026-11-12.

Responsibilities

• Serves as senior wildland firefighter on a wildland fire engine.
• Independently performs engine operation duties in the suppression of wildland fires and prescribed fire.

Job description

Forest Service in Idaho seeks a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation) to serve on a fire crew within the fire management organization. The role emphasizes engine operation on an engine crew and involves wildland firefighting and prescribed fire duties.

The position is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and pays $25.37 per hour, with open competition under the Public path; applications close on 2026-11-12.