Wildland Firefighter - Forestry Crew Specialist I/II

DAF-Agriculture and Forestry; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry seeks an employee to perform fire prevention and wildfire suppression duties in Louisiana forestlands. You will report on fires, assist in forest management, and participate in education programs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a current Louisiana driver’s license. Salary includes progression, benefits, and hazardous duty pay where applicable.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.
• Ability to perform duties related to fire prevention and suppression in forestlands.

Responsibilities

• Make reports of forest fires with location and acres involved.
• Assist in forest management activities including cruising, detecting, and controlling forest pests.
• Participate in Information & Education programs related to forestry.
• Monitor and maintain transport trucks, dozer tractors, and tools.

Skills

Fire prevention

Wildfire suppression

Reporting

Data gathering

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transport trucks

Dozer tractors

Fire suppression equipment

Hand and power tools

Job description

Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry seeks an employee to perform fire prevention and wildfire suppression duties in Louisiana forestlands. You will report on fires, assist in forest management, and participate in education programs.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a current Louisiana driver’s license. Salary includes progression, benefits, and hazardous duty pay where applicable.