Wildland Firefighter: Seasonal Fire Suppression & Prevention

Utah County Government; Utah; On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah County Government is seeking a Wildland Fire Fighter for the Sheriff’s Department’s Wildland Fire Division. This part-time, seasonal position runs April 15 through October 15, with interviews beginning in early February 2027.

Starting pay is $18.87 per hour, with requirements including a high school diploma, wildland certifications, and fitness tests. Applicants must meet age, licensure, and background screening criteria; preference may be given to those with wildland fire experience and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preference may be given to applicants with wildland fire experience.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have successfully completed advanced training and requirements in wildland fire suppression tactics.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a Lieutenant or Captain, perform wildland fire suppression, management, and control activities as part of an engine, module, or hand crew.
• Other duties include fire prevention, patrol, detection, prescribed burning, and emergency response to all-risk incidents.

Skills

Pack test

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Wildland certifications (S-130, S-190, L-180)

Job description

Utah County Government is seeking a Wildland Fire Fighter for the Sheriff’s Department’s Wildland Fire Division. This part-time, seasonal position runs April 15 through October 15, with interviews beginning in early February 2027.

Starting pay is $18.87 per hour, with requirements including a high school diploma, wildland certifications, and fitness tests. Applicants must meet age, licensure, and background screening criteria; preference may be given to those with wildland fire experience and