Firefighter - Wildland/Urban - Engine Boss/Captain

Job Summary

This position is for a Wildland/Urban - Engine Boss and/or Captain role. It includes availability to respond to wildfires during the wildfire season, 24/7, and in the off season continue’s as a full time position with full benefits working in the wildfire industry. Come work for a growing private company that is a leader in the wildfire protection industry.

This job entails wildfire response as a strike team or single resource, mitigation work such as prescribed burning, pile burning, and risk assessments. In the off season and between wildfire events, the crew members engage in installing wildfire protection systems (construction work), mitigation services such as defensible space clearing, risk assessments, and other wildfire prevention services. Please apply for more information and details on the job description.

We are currently hiring experienced Engine Bosses and Captains with certifications and at least 2 years of experience.

Come work for a progressive, fast growing company that offers a great environment with the opportunity to grow within the organization. Consumer Fire Products Inc is the most innovative wildfire prevention and protection company in the industry with fire stations located in Oregon and California, serving all 12 western states.

Responsibilities and Duties

This job requires:

• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to schedule for crew and oversee execution of plan
• Travel for up to two weeks at a time year round.
• Willingness to work long hours in all weather conditions.
• Lift upwards of 50 pounds
• Ability to comfortably use wildland firefighting tools (Pulaskis, chainsaws, etc.)
• Operate Type 6 Engines
• Clean Driving Record

Qualifications and Skills

• The duties of this position require that the member meet prescribed physical requirements as measured by the Work Capacity Fitness Test at the arduous level.
• Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record and ability to provide documentation. Must comply with company vehicle policies.
• Must not engage in any prohibited activities as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident.
• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• This position requires full time work, which may include other job descriptions within the wildfire industry.
• Hiring and retention are contingent upon passing national and state background checks as well as a national FBI fingerprint check and medical exam.
• Must go through a company provided physical and drug test.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401K retirement plan (company matched)
• Compensation DOE

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• Are you vaccinated for COVID?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Fire or Emergency Services: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Engine Boss Certification (Preferred)
• Red Card Certification (Minimum FFT2) (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ventura, CA 93003 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Ventura, CA 93003: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person