Wildland Firefighter & Ranger — On-Call Field Ops

State-of-Georgi; White Plains (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Forestry Commission is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger to join a highly trained team in Greene County near White Plains, GA. You will help protect Georgia's forest resources and contribute to fire suppression and prevention efforts.

Applicants must have a Class A CDL learner's permit and the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks, pass mandatory medical and fitness evaluations, and meet physical requirements, including the WCT/PAT.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class A CDL learner's permit prior to hire date and the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.
• Applicants must pass pre-employment processes including background investigation, medical evaluations, and physical fitness tests.
• Must pass the Moderate Work Capacity Test (WCT) or Physical Agility Test (PAT) every year.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Operates fire engines and hoselays.
• Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns.
• Responds to fire calls and other emergencies.
• Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to respond after hours and on weekends/holidays.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-directed

Adaptable

Public service

Education

Class A CDL learner's permit

Ability to obtain CDL within 12 weeks

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

The Georgia Forestry Commission is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger to join a highly trained team in Greene County near White Plains, GA. You will help protect Georgia's forest resources and contribute to fire suppression and prevention efforts.

Applicants must have a Class A CDL learner's permit and the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks, pass mandatory medical and fitness evaluations, and meet physical requirements, including the WCT/PAT.