Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Management)

Summary Job Corps graduates of fire certified programs are encouraged to apply This position is located within a National Forest. The position is located on a fire crew as a crewmember within the fire management organization. The position serves as a skilled member of a fuels management crew. Responsibilities Works independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew engaged in fuels management, including broadcast burning, hand and machine piling, helitorch, and other brush disposal techniques. Uses a variety of hand and power tools, including chainsaws, firing equipment, or portable pumps. Gathers data and records information on fuel types, weather conditions, fire behaviors, and status of work accomplished. Is responsible for observing the rules of fire safety and fire behavior. Informs forest visitors and users of fire hazards and prevention regulations. Cleans, maintains, reconditions, and stores tools and equipment. May be assigned to other resource management activiti...