Wildland Firefighter & Ranger — Outdoor Emergency Response

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Forestry Commission in Worth County, Sylvester, GA is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger. The role requires living within 45 minutes of the site, CDL eligibility, and readiness for rigorous field work and on-call rotations.

You will gain expertise in wildland fire suppression, equipment operation, and collaboration within a team dedicated to public service and forest protection.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL license or learners permit with the ability to obtain a CDL license within twelve (12) weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

• Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of assigned work location.
• Under close supervision receives training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment.
• Assists with maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Participates in forestry related services and programs such as reforestation, community and school activities.
• Controls and extinguishes fires using manual and power equipment.
• Ensures proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.
• Inspects property to ensure compliance with laws, codes and regulations.
• Operates fire engines and hoselays.
• Performs upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Prepares reports.
• Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns.
• Operates commercial class transport and medium to heavy duty crawler tractor in wildland fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks.
• Responds to fire calls and other requests for assistance, such as accidents and other emergencies.
• Participates in a rotating "on call" schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends/holidays.

Skills

CDL license

Wildland firefighting

Job description

Georgia Forestry Commission in Worth County, Sylvester, GA is seeking a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger. The role requires living within 45 minutes of the site, CDL eligibility, and readiness for rigorous field work and on-call rotations.

You will gain expertise in wildland fire suppression, equipment operation, and collaboration within a team dedicated to public service and forest protection.