What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corpsmember - Wildland Firefighter Trainee position at California Conservation Corps?
The California Conservation Corps Redding Center has openings for Corpsmembers to train in wildland firefighting.
CCC wildland firefighting Corpsmembers train and work with CCC and CAL FIRE staff and respond as initial attack hand crews on wildfires in Shasta County and across California. A year in the CCC can lead to careers in fire service.
You must be 18-25 years old or military veteran 29 or younger to enroll in the program. Benefits include:
- Get paid while you train
- Healthcare coverage
- Work outdoors
- Paid Time Off
- No experience required
- Up to $8K in scholarships your first year
- Finish your high school diploma
- Emergency excess pay
Work with CAL FIRE on wildland firefighting hand crews and gain the experience needed to launch a career in fire service. Corpsmembers regularly go on to careers with USFS, CAL FIRE, Bureau of Land Management, city and county fire departments, as well as State Parks, Caltrans, and other local community agencies.
Shift times and length may vary by assignment, but the program is a 40-hour per week commitment.
Apply today at ccc.ca.gov/apply or call/text 530-388-0931 to speak with a local recruiter about how to serve your local community and jumpstart your career! You can also visit ccc.ca.gov/redding
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $2,814.00 per month
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- Redding, CA 96003 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,814
