Wildland Firefighter Ranger — Field Operations Leader

State-of-Georgi; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

Job summary

The Georgia Forestry Commission in Thomasville, GA, is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger to support fire suppression and prevention efforts on-site. A CDL learner's permit is required with the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.

You will join a dedicated team and engage in field operations under trained supervision. Selected candidates must pass annual fitness tests and may relocate to within 45 minutes of the assigned location.

Qualifications

• CDL license or learner's permit with ability to obtain CDL within 12 weeks.
• Must pass pre-employment background, medical evaluations, and fitness tests.
• Ability to operate and maintain firefighting equipment and vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fire control duties using equipment.
• Respond to fire calls and emergencies within prescribed response times.
• Maintain grounds, buildings, and equipment related to forestry operations.

Skills

CDL

Fitness tests

Teamwork

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The Georgia Forestry Commission in Thomasville, GA, is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger to support fire suppression and prevention efforts on-site. A CDL learner's permit is required with the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.

You will join a dedicated team and engage in field operations under trained supervision. Selected candidates must pass annual fitness tests and may relocate to within 45 minutes of the assigned location.