Wildland Firefighter - Assistant Engine Captain (Crew Lead)

U.S. Department of the Interior; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a Wildland Firefighter (Assistant Engine Captain) at Fort Washakie, Wyoming. The role supports a direct-hire authority with duties including leading a crew, building firelines, and applying fire management knowledge.

Applicants must meet safety and medical requirements, pass drug testing, and may travel or work on-call. This is a probationary, federal employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Lead a wildland firefighter crew and direct tasks.
• Understand safety, fire behavior, topography, weather, fuels.
• Possess ability to manage timekeeping, travel, and records.

Responsibilities

• Directs a small crew on building firelines, burnout, mopping up, and patrolling.
• Oversees fuels projects such as prescribed fire and mechanical treatments.
• May supervise documentation, travel, and use of government charge cards.

Skills

Leadership

Fire management

Safety awareness

Job description

U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a Wildland Firefighter (Assistant Engine Captain) at Fort Washakie, Wyoming. The role supports a direct-hire authority with duties including leading a crew, building firelines, and applying fire management knowledge.

Applicants must meet safety and medical requirements, pass drug testing, and may travel or work on-call. This is a probationary, federal employment opportunity.