Wildland Firefighter (Aviation)

Forest Service; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Service, under the Department of Agriculture, seeks a crewmember on a fire crew to serve as an Airtanker Base Ramp Manager within a National Forest. The role maintains the airtanker base, aircraft ramp, facilities, vehicles and equipment.

You will perform airtanker loading assignments while adhering to rules and procedures, supporting air attack operations and base readiness with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Applies specific rules, regulations, and procedures to perform a complete segment of airtanker loading assignments with a broad scope.

Job description

• Location: Location Negotiable After Selection

This position is located within a National Forest. The position is located on a fire crew as a crewmember within the fire management organization. This position is established on a Forest unit to serve as an Airtanker Base Ramp Manager. Maintains airtanker base, aircraft ramp, facilities, vehicles and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Applies specific rules, regulations, and procedures to perform a complete segment of airtanker loading assignments with a broad scope.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Forest Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $27.63 – $27.63/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.