Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation)

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

Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation)

This position is located within a National Forest. The position is located on a fire crew as a crewmember within the fire management organization.The position is located on a wildland fire Engine crew. The primary purpose of this position is to perform wildland firefighting work.

Key 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.

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 $25.37 – $25.37/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.

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