Wildland Firefighter: Fireline Crewmember on Frontlines

United-States-Forest-Service; Bridgeport (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Forest Service (USFS) seeks firefighters to contribute to wildland fire suppression and management across engines, hotshot crews, helitack, or hand crews. The role emphasizes rapid response, safety, and teamwork in forested landscapes.

Applicants must meet federal qualification standards, including FFT1 and S-290 mastery, and provide IQCS records. A fixed schedule with rigorous physical readiness is expected for this demanding field.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-04 in federal service or an acceptable education/path.
• Primary NWCG Core requirement FFT1 and Secondary NWCG Core requirement S-290 completed.
• Documentation of IQCS Master Record or equivalent training must be attached.

Responsibilities

• Perform wildland fire suppression/management on engines, hotshot, helitack, or hand crews.
• Patrol controlled fire areas and mop up remaining burning material.
• Operate specialized fire suppression equipment as required.

Skills

FFT1

S-290

Education

4-year Fire Science related degree (or equivalent education)

Job description

United States Forest Service (USFS) seeks firefighters to contribute to wildland fire suppression and management across engines, hotshot crews, helitack, or hand crews. The role emphasizes rapid response, safety, and teamwork in forested landscapes.

Applicants must meet federal qualification standards, including FFT1 and S-290 mastery, and provide IQCS records. A fixed schedule with rigorous physical readiness is expected for this demanding field.