Wildland Firefighter (Smokejumper)

Built for the Badge; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Agriculture in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Wildland Firefighter (Smokejumper) to join a federally managed team. The role requires specialized firefighting experience or a four-year degree in Fire Science or related fields, with transcripts if needed.

The position participates in helicopter operations and hotshot/helitack crews to suppress wildfires. The role offers hourly compensation and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, with opportunities for further training and advancement

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GW-4 or higher in federal service.
• Or successful completion of a 4-year course of study in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or related fields.
• Combination of education and experience accepted.
• Transcripts may be required for education-based qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Loaded helicopter cargo and completing manifests of crews and equipment.
• Patrolled areas of controlled fires to mop-up by searching out and extinguishing remaining burning material.
• Served on a specialty crew (hotshot, helitack, engines) to suppress the full range of difficult fires.

Education

Four-year degree in Fire Science / Fire Training / Fire Technology or related field

Job description

# Wildland Firefighter (Smokejumper)Department of AgricultureSalt Lake City, Utah, UT$25.37/hrCloses in 1 dayApply now Track applicationAbout this roleIn order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. GW-05: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GW-4 grade level in federal service or equivalent; OR successful completion of a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or other related fields of study; OR a combination of education and experience. Examples of specialized experience include: Loaded helicopter cargo and completing manifests of crews and equipment; Patrolled areas of controlled fires to mop-up by searching out and extinguishing any remaining burning material; Served on a specialty crew (hotshot, helitack, engines, etc.) to suppress the full range of difficult andRequirementsIn order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. GW-05: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GW-4 grade level in federal service or equivalent; OR successful completion of a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, Fire Technology or other related