Senior Wildland Fire Engine Operator

Forest Service; Fredonia (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Service is hiring a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation) to perform engine operation duties on a wildland fire engine as part of the fire management team. The role emphasizes independent engine operation in suppression and prescribed fire, serving as a senior crewmember on the engine crew.

Open under the Public hiring path, with an hourly wage as posted and a deadline for applications on 2026-11-12.

Qualifications

• Experience as a wildland firefighter and engine crew member.
• Ability to operate fire engines during suppression and prescribed burns.

Responsibilities

• Operates a wildland fire engine to support suppression and prescribed fire.
• Serves as senior firefighter on the engine crew during operations.

Skills

Wildland firefighting

Engine operation

Job description

The Forest Service is hiring a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation) to perform engine operation duties on a wildland fire engine as part of the fire management team. The role emphasizes independent engine operation in suppression and prescribed fire, serving as a senior crewmember on the engine crew.

Open under the Public hiring path, with an hourly wage as posted and a deadline for applications on 2026-11-12.