Wildland Firefighter (Helitack)

United-States-Forest-Service; Challis (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Forest Service in Challis, Idaho seeks a wildland firefighter to join a fire crew within the fire management organization. The position focuses on wildland suppression, control, and mission-critical operations using specialized tools and equipment.

You will load gear, support patrols, and contribute to mop-up and fireline safety. Candidates must have FFT1 and S-290 qualifications or a 4-year degree in fire-related fields, and be prepared to pass the Work Capacity Test and

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-04, or
• a 4-year degree in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or related field, or a combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform wildland fire suppression and management tasks as part of a fire crew.
• Operate and maintain specialized fire suppression tools and equipment.
• Support in loading helicopter cargo and manifests, patrols and mop-up activities as needed.

Skills

FFT1

S-290

Education

Fire Science-related 4-year degree

Job description

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 purpose of the position is wildland fire suppression/management/control as a specialized firefighter with responsibility for the operation and maintenance of specialized tools or equipment.

For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards.

GW-05: One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GW-04 grade level in federal service or equivalent; OR successful completion of a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or other related fields of study; OR a combination of education and specialized experience.

Examples of specialized experience include: Assisted in loading helicopter cargo and completing manifests of crews and equipment; Patrolled areas of controlled fires to mop-up by searching out and extinguishing any remaining burning material; Served on a specialty crew (hotshot, helitack, engines, etc.) to suppress the full range of difficult and complex fires. Operated specialized fire suppression equipment such as portable pumps or drip torches.

Selective Placement Factors

• Successfully completed the Primary NWCG Core Requirement of Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) -AND-
• Successfully completed the Secondary NWCG Core Requirement of Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior (S-290).

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

WORK CAPACITY TEST (WCT) for Wildland Firefighters: This position participates in wildland firefighting activities. Based on the type of work performed, TAKING and PASSING the WCT at the ARDUOUS level is a condition of employment, which means you must maintain the required level of physical fitness in order to remain in the position. The Arduous fitness (Pack) Test requires completing a three (3) mile hike within forty-five (45) minutes, while carrying a forty-five (45) pound pack. You are strongly encouraged to consult with your physician and begin training immediately if applying for this position. This announcement constitutes the required 30 days advanced notice for testing requirements.

In accordance with USDA Department Regulation 4430-792-2, this position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the USDA Drug Free Workplace Program and subject to pre-employment drug testing. All applicants selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Incumbents of this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis on an ongoing random basis, after appointment as directed.