Wildland Firefighter Careers

Challenge yourself to new limits, join the forest service wildland firefighting staff who serve to protect millions of acres of our forests, our communities, and our natural resources. Wildland firefighters may be required to work long hours in challenging and changing conditions, such as high temperatures and steep terrain. This job does have many rewards, including the opportunity to work in some of the most beautiful places in the country and create friendships that last a lifetime. The U.S. Forest Service and other federal agencies hire wildland firefighters at different times of the year, depending on location.

Opportunities:

• Gain valuable work experience related to forestry
• Work in team settings
• Learn hands on technical skills working on chainsaws, pumps, tools, etc.
• Earn money in the summer to support school or off season activities
• Build your physical fitness through team workouts and arduous work

Positions Available:

• Handcrews
• Engines
• Hotshot Crews
• Dispatch

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age before fire season begins
• Classes that must be completed are:
  • S-130
  • S-190
  • L-180
  • IS 100
  • IS 700
  • Pack Test (Arduous) 45 minute walk with a 45 pound pack for 3 miles on a track.
  • Field day to complete Guard School requirement (we provide)

Appointment Types:

• 1039 Temp Seasonal (Apply through USA Jobs)
• VRA - Veteran Recruitment Appointment
• AD hire/ call when needed
  • Training time is paid for (80 Hours)
  • Can be hired later on if positions are not filled through traditional pathways

GS pay scale does not include overtime rate or hazard pay, which would be in addition to the hourly rate below.

• GS-03-01: 20.67/hr
• GS-04-01: 23.20/hr
• GS-05-01: 25.95/hr

How to Apply
Job opportunities will post on USAjobs.gov for specific period of time in the fall through spring. A profile needs to be completed prior to applying. Contact a desired duty location (Glide, Roseburg, Tiller, Ideyeld Park) to be notified when jobs will open, get assistance setting up a USAJobs profile, or have your questions answered. 

Tiller Ranger District: (541) 825-3100
Marissa Duarte, Engine Captain - email
Cameron Stinchfield, South Zone Fire Management Officer - email

North Umpqua Ranger District (Glide and Ideyeld Park): (541) 496-3532
Luke Talcott, Engine Captain (Idlyeld Park) - email
Garrett Davis, North Zone Fire Management Officer - email

Supervisor's Office (Roseburg): (541) 440-4930 
Kaleigh Johnson, Dispatch - email
Jake Garate, Wolf Creek Hotshots: - email