Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operator)

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

Job summary

The Forest Service in Idaho Avery seeks a Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operator) to serve as a senior firefighter on a wildland fire engine. You will independently perform engine operation duties in the suppression of wildland fires and prescribed fire.

This federal position is part of a fire crew within the national forest system, offering hourly compensation and a structured application process with a deadline of 2026-11-12.

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Engine operation

Wildland firefighting

Job description

Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operator)

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.