wildland fire fighter specialist

United States Forest Service

Wildland Firefighter

Rural Metro

<div><div>Wildland Firefighter &ndash; Insurance Division
</div><div></div><div>A Wildland Firefighter in the Insurance Division, participates in activities including fire prevention and mitigation, pre fire assessment, and fire suppression. A Wildland Firefighter in the insurance division reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.</div>
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</div>Responsibilities/Duties:
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<li>A Wildland Firefighter &ndash; Insurance Division, works in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station, or other site, and the apparatus and personnel assigned.</li>
<li>Firefighters may act in the capacity of Driver/Operator or Wildland Fire Captain as needed.</li>
<li>Conduct wildfire safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
</li><li>Participate in drills and training programs.</li>
<li>Provide information to the public and participate in public relations events.</li>
<li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days and be dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8-hour days; however, hours may vary based on the job and/or customer needs.</li>
<li>Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.</li>
<li>Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.</li>
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<div></div><div>Minimum Qualifications:</div>
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</div><ul><li>High School diploma or GED</li>
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<div></div><ul><li>Current CPR/AED certification
</li></ul><ul><li>Valid driver license with good driving record</li>
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<ul><li>Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.</li>
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<ul><li>Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.</li>
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<ul><li>Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.</li>
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<ul><li>Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.</li>
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<ul><li>Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.</li>
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<ul><li>Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.</li>
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<div>Minimum required NWCG/FEMA courses:</div>
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</div>L - 180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service

S - 130 Wildland Firefighting
S &ndash; 131 Firefighter Type 1

S - 190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior

IS - 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System

IS - 700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System

IS - 800 Introduction to the National Response Framework

Minimum Capstone Certification (within 60 days of hire):
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<li>Capstone &ndash; Insurance Firefighter Position Task Book (PTB)</li></ul> 
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Compensation: $22 per hour</div>

Wildland Firefighter - Insurance Division

Coos Forest Protective Association

Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) Gold Beach and Brookings Stations are now accepting applications for Wildland Fire Engine and Hand Crew Members for the 2026 fire season.
 
Suppression Specialist duties include but are not limited to: 
Acting and performing effectively in a team environment as a Wildland Firefighter, Hand Crew Member, Engine or Tender Operator to perform initial and extended attack wildland firefighting including fire line construction and mop-up using standard firefighting hand tools, deploying hose lays, operating pumps and acting as nozzle and/or hose person in fire suppression as well as the use of hand tools to clear roadside debris and vegetation in prevention activities. Cleans and maintains various items of equipment including the washing of vehicles. Position includes other tasks as assigned including, but not limited to, Co-Op projects including slash burning, brush clearing and parks maintenance.
 
Experience operating vehicles with manual transmissions, 4-wheel drive and/or airbrakes, wildland fire engines, trucks with water tanks of 2500 to 5000-gallon capacity or crew transports while obeying all traffic laws and/or driving on steep, narrow forest and/or logging roads are required for some positions. Engine and Tender Operators also perform or direct others in starting pump engines, priming pumps, adjusting engine speeds and pump valves, laying hose, appropriate nozzle use, effective use of water and additives, inspect, check, service and adjust various items of equipment including pumps, hose lays, tank and reels for equipment readiness.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS: This position requires long hours of arduous physical activity in all types of terrain and weather conditions with exposure to various hazards including, but not limited to poison oak, bees, smoke, snakes, steep terrain, noise, heat, dust, burning and/or falling materials and other hazards. Successfully passing and maintaining the physical fitness level necessary is required and will be tested on a yearly basis. Various shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and long hours with short notice is required. Assignments to emergency incidents may require being away from the assigned duty station for extended periods of time with occasional travel throughout the state of Oregon and other states.
 
A current/valid Oregon Driver’s License with a Class “C” or higher, as the operation of 4-wheel drive pickups and larger vehicles in various road conditions and during fire situations may be required. Successful candidates for positions that include driving a Company vehicle will be subject to a driving background check with the Department of Motor Vehicles.
 
For more information on this position, please see the attached position announcement.

Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist-Engine and Hand Crew

Hydrotactical Inc

Job Posting: Firefighter Type 1 &ndash; Tactical Water Tender CrewmemberPosition Title: Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) &ndash; Tactical Water Tender Employment Type: Seasonal/Full-Time (July-October) Location: [Western US] Compensation: [$550-$700/Day]What we do:Hydrotactical Inc. operates highly capable Tactical Water Tenders, responding to wildland fire incidents throughout the western USA. We custom engineer our own wildland fire apparatus&rsquo; that not only meet agency standards and criteria, but also out-perform other equipment that is generally used in the wildland industry. We have pride in operating useful, quality equipment with a high degree of effectiveness and professionalism.About the Position:Our tactical water tenders require a crew of two (2) firefighters. Hydrotactical Inc is seeking two qualified Type 1 Firefighters (FFT1) to support and/or operate a Tactical Water Tender for the 2026 wildland fire season. A qualified applicant has experience on wildland fire incidents and a strong understanding of the ICS (Incident Command System). A successful candidate for this position will be readily availableall daysfrom July 1st through October 1st.Responsibilities<ul><li>Operate/support and maintain a Tactical Water Tender in accordance with company, agency and incident protocols/requirements.</li><li>Perform direct fire line suppression operations with a Type 1 Tactical Water Tender.</li><li>Support Fireline operations via water delivery, supporting engines, aircraft, heavy equipment and crews.</li><li>Assist with mop-up, patrol, structure protection, and dust abatement activities when not engaged in fire suppression operations.</li><li>Conduct daily vehicle inspections, maintenance, logs, ensuring equipment readiness.</li><li>Maintain radio communications with incident command, division supervisors, and taskforce leaders.</li><li>Complete required ICS documentation and maintain accurate records.</li></ul>Minimum Qualifications<ul><li>FFT1 (Firefighter Type 1) qualification (does not need to be current at time of hire).</li><li>Completion of all required NWCG training for FFT1, including:</li><li>S-131, S-133, L-180, Completed FFT1 taskbook.</li><li>FEMA Courses: IS-700.B and IS-100.</li><li>Annual Fireline Safety Refresher (RT-130) (PROVIDED).</li><li>Work Capacity Test (Arduous) (PROVIDED).</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications and Experience<ul><li>Previous experience operating and/or supporting a Water Tender on wildland incidents.</li><li>Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues in the field.</li><li>Proficiency with VHF radio communications</li><li>Class A or B CDL with tank endorsement and current medical certificate.</li><li>Experience operating heavy equipment/commercial vehicles in on and off-road conditions.</li></ul>Physical Requirements<ul><li>Meet and maintain NWCG Arduous Fitness standard.</li><li>Ability to lift and carry 45+ lbs of equipment.</li><li>Ability to work long shifts (12&ndash;16+ hours) in difficult terrain and extreme environmental conditions.</li></ul>Schedule &amp; Deployment Expectations<ul><li>Must be reachable either via phone, internet or satellite from July 1st through October 1st.</li><li>Must be readily available for incidents within a 24hrs notice.</li><li>Work may include nights, weekends, and holidays.</li><li>Position may require extended travel ( travel expenses paid for by Hydrotactical Inc).</li></ul>PaySchedules and deployment along with wages are contingent on the government&rsquo;s dynamic need for wildland fire suppression resources. Employees will receive a guaranteed standby daily rate from July 1st-October 1st of . While working on wildland fire incidents, FFT1 qualified firefighters will start at $550/day. Pay is commensurate with experience. A fully qualified FFT1 with a CDL and the ability/experience required to operate a tactical water tender at $700/day.How to ApplyPlease provide the following via email to hydrotactical@yahoo.com:<ul><li>Your contact information</li><li>Brief outline/explanation of your relevant wildland fire experience</li><li>Copies of FFT1 wildland fire certs (S-131, S-133, L-180 and Completed FFT1 taskbook).</li><li>Brief outline/explanation of your mechanical and operating experience with fire apparatus, trucks or heavy equipment (optional).</li><li>Please provide a written example of a vehicle or piece of equipment that had a mechanical issue you successfully diagnosed and repaired.</li><li>Copy of Driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>Contact information for two (2) past/current employers, supervisors, colleagues or other professional references</li><li>Please list your three most relevant hobbies/professions/interests outside of wildland fire</li></ul>Equal Opportunity StatementHydrotactical, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities under ADA. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, place of origin, political belief, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, veteran status or criminal conviction for which a pardon has been granted, or any other protected category under federal, state, provincial and local laws governing workplace discrimination.Please Submit application materials to: hydrotactical@yahoo.comPay: $550.00 - $700.00 per dayPeople with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location: On the road

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