Wildland Firefighter

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Under direct supervision, performs fire protection duties including fire prevention and suppression, but not exclusively with complex heavy mechanized equipment; performs operator maintenance necessary to maintain fire suppression equipment in a state of readiness; performs various forestry services including firebreaks, prescribed burns, and water bar construction and assists in other forestry operations.

  • Responds to forest fire calls as required by the readiness plan.  Performs forest fire suppression duties utilizing bulldozer tractor, handline tools, and water handling equipment.  Assists with fire prevention efforts. Determines cause/origin of wildland fires to complete fire reports.
  • Performs operator preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment and maintains equipment in a state of readiness; exercises equipment in accordance with SCFC policy and procedures. Performs maintenance and construction duties at Forestry Commission facilities.
  • Performs forestry services, such as firebreak plowing, waterbar construction and prescribed burning assistance. Assists foresters and Sector FMO’s with forest management activities such as timber marking, tree planting, survival checks, forest insect and disease work, acreage measurements, and other landowner services.  Maintains an awareness of the cost-sharing assistance and services provided by the SCFC. Works with fire departments, the US Forest Service, civic groups, and other local, state, and federal agencies to promote sound forestry and fire management practices.
  • Participates in training annually.  Prepares monthly administrative reports to include time sheets, equipment reports, services reports and fire-related documentation.
  • Participates in activities in support of the agency’s mission and goals and performs related other duties as required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

  • A high school diploma and experience in forest fire protection duties, forestry management, operation of heavy mechanized equipment, or relevant work experience.
  • Must pass the agency’s initial physical fitness test that requires a two (2) mile walk carrying a 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes or meet the agency’s physical fitness program requirements.
  • Must obtain firefighter registration with the Office of State Fire Marshal.
  • Criminal background check and pre-employment drug test are required.
  • Position requires a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Must have Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) prior to employment.  Must complete CDL Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Theory training within 15 working days of hire then obtain a Commercial Driver’s License within 90 working days.

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