Wildland Firefighter I - Courageous Team, Impact

Nederland Fire Protection District; Nederland (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Nederland Fire Protection District is seeking a Wildland Firefighter I in Colorado to join a disciplined, team-focused crew. You will fight fires, build firelines, protect structures, and operate wildland tools while engaging in training, deployments, and community wildfire education. Applicants must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, FFT2, Red Card and NWCG courses; FFT1 preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and communication required.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and follow direction.
• Willingness to accept feedback and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Fight fire and construct/maintain fireline.
• Support engine operations and use wildland tools.
• Assist with fuels reduction and prescribed fire projects.
• Participate in training, deployments, and community wildfire education.
• Follow safety directives and work as a cohesive team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Feedback acceptance

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

FFT2

Red Card

IC-200

IS-700

IS-800

BLS Provider

Job description

Nederland Fire Protection District is seeking a Wildland Firefighter I in Colorado to join a disciplined, team-focused crew. You will fight fires, build firelines, protect structures, and operate wildland tools while engaging in training, deployments, and community wildfire education. Applicants must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, FFT2, Red Card and NWCG courses; FFT1 preferred.