Wildland Firefighter: Interagency Incident Response

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Experience on active incidents

Strong interagency partnerships

Job summary

A local fire protection authority is seeking qualified Wildland Firefighters to respond to local and regional wildfire events. Candidates should be physically capable of strenuous work and possess NWCG certifications FFT2 and FFT1. This at-will, seasonal position offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to work alongside various fire management agencies. The role involves responding to wildfires, constructing fire lines, and maintaining firefighting equipment, with hours dependent on fire conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass the required NWCG pack test.
• Available for long shifts, nights, weekends, and short notice callouts.

Responsibilities

• Respond to wildland fires as part of SAFPD crews or interagency resources.
• Assist with initial attack, extended attack, mop-up, and patrol operations.
• Construct fire line and operate hand tools, hose lays, and portable pumps.

Skills

Physical capability for strenuous work in steep terrain

Team oriented

Safety focused

Reliability

Education

Valid driver’s license

NWCG certifications FFT2, FFT1

RT130/190 Re-fresher

Job description

A local fire protection authority is seeking qualified Wildland Firefighters to respond to local and regional wildfire events. Candidates should be physically capable of strenuous work and possess NWCG certifications FFT2 and FFT1. This at-will, seasonal position offers competitive hourly pay and the chance to work alongside various fire management agencies. The role involves responding to wildfires, constructing fire lines, and maintaining firefighting equipment, with hours dependent on fire conditions.