Wildland Firefighter - Type II

Job Summary
The Wildland Firefighter plays a crucial role in protecting natural resources, communities, and infrastructure from wildfires. This position involves responding to fire emergencies, conducting controlled burns, and participating in fire prevention activities. Wildland Firefighters work in challenging outdoor environments and must be physically fit, adaptable, and committed to safety protocols.

Duties

• Respond to wildfire incidents and assist in fire suppression efforts using various firefighting techniques.
• Operate firefighting equipment and vehicles, ensuring proper maintenance and readiness.
• Conduct controlled burns under supervision to manage vegetation and reduce fire hazards.
• Perform search and rescue operations as needed during emergency situations.
• Provide first aid and basic life support to injured individuals until further medical assistance arrives.
• Maintain knowledge of fire behavior, weather patterns, and terrain to make informed decisions during firefighting operations.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure effective communication and coordination during firefighting efforts.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance skills in CPR, first aid, heavy lifting, mechanical knowledge, and commercial driving.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) as required during firefighting operations.
• Experience or knowledge of commercial driving is advantageous for operating firefighting vehicles.
• Mechanical knowledge is beneficial for maintaining equipment used in firefighting activities.
• Familiarity with assessing vital signs is a plus for providing medical assistance during emergencies.
• Strong physical fitness level is essential due to the demanding nature of the job.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends, as wildfire incidents may occur at any time.

This position requires dedication to safety practices and a commitment to protecting the environment and communities from the threat of wildfires.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 80 per week

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance

Shift:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Ability to Commute:

• Boise, ID 83709 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boise, ID 83709: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $33