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Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation)

Forest Service · Department of Agriculture

This job in plain English

This is a temporary, full-time job as a wildland firefighter on a fire engine crew in a National Forest, run by the U.S. Forest Service. The Forest Service has many openings across Arizona and New Mexico, and the agency uses direct hire, so qualified applicants are referred to the selecting official without a rating. The job involves occasional overnight travel and work in remote locations.

Many vacancies

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

This job is open to the public. You must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or owe allegiance to the U.S., and any U.S. citizen may apply. Veterans' preference does not apply to this job.

What you would do

  • Serve as senior firefighter on a wildland fire engine during fire suppression.
  • Drive the engine to fire locations and operate its pump, hoses, and nozzles.
  • Help fight wildland and prescribed fires, including control and mop-up work.
  • Gather weather, terrain, fuel, and fire behavior information during incidents.
  • Make emergency repairs and maintain fire equipment and vehicles.
  • Take part in fire safety training, crew drills, and equipment use sessions.

Do you qualify for GW-5?

With experience: You need 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-4 for the GW-5 level. Examples include operating a fire engine pump under close supervision, doing basic engine maintenance, or working as a skilled firefighter on an organized crew.

With education: A 4-year course of study at an accredited college or university in fire science, fire training, fire technology, or a related field qualifies you for GW-5. A combination of education and experience can also qualify.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) certification
  • NWCG S-290 Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior course completion

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, 2 pages maximum, showing dates, hours per week, and duties for each job
  • IQCS Master Record or equivalent training records proving FFT1 completion; red cards are not accepted
  • College transcripts if you use education to qualify; an unofficial copy is fine at first
  • Evidence of accreditation for any foreign school, with English translations
  • Proof of eligibility and recent SF-50 if you claim CTAP, ICTAP, or RIF priority

How you will be rated: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are referred to the selecting official. No rating or ranking is used, and veterans' preference does not apply. Inflated or inaccurate information can lead to being found ineligible, or to removal from federal service.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must show dates, hours per week, and duties for each job, and it cannot exceed 2 pages.
  • Attach your IQCS Master Record or equivalent proof of FFT1; red cards are not accepted.
  • Start Work Capacity Test training early, since passing the arduous level is a condition of employment.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Occasional overnight travel may be required for fire suppression or fire-related assignments.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizen or U.S. national
  • Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt
  • Background investigation and/or fingerprint check
  • Direct deposit required for federal pay
  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • E-Verify employment check
  • Pre-appointment and random drug testing; appointment depends on a negative result
  • Medical screening to meet federal arduous wildland firefighter medical standards
  • Willing to live and work in remote, unpredictable locations
  • Occasional overnight travel may be required
  • Pass the arduous Work Capacity Test: 3-mile hike in 45 minutes with 45-pound pack
  • Temporary appointment of up to 6 months, or up to 1 year not-to-exceed; may end early

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$25.00 per hour
Pay scale and grade
GW-5 · GW
Locations
  • Lakeside, Arizona
  • Tusayan, Arizona
  • Fredonia, Arizona
  • Mesa, Arizona
  • Tucson, Arizona
  • Overgaard, Arizona
  • Williams, Arizona
  • Hereford, Arizona
  • Safford, Arizona
  • Jacob Lake, Arizona
  • Nogales, Arizona
  • Springerville, Arizona
  • and 6 more
Appointment
Temporary
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
Many
Security clearance
Other
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Wildland Fire Management (0456)
Announcement
27-TEMPF3-R3-2PC030-5DH

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