Firefighter Emergency -On Call Incident Support

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE
EFF and AD Firefighters are temporary, on-call personnel deployed to support wildland and all-hazard emergency incidents, including wildfire suppression, prescribed fire, search and rescue, and other emergency response operations. These positions are hired under emergency hiring authority to meet critical staffing needs during high fire activity or resource shortages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Respond rapidly to wildland and all-risk fire incidents under direction of assigned supervision. Operate safely and effectively as part of a crew or engine team during suppression or support operations. Participate in Fireline operations such as handline construction, firing, mop-up, and patrol. Perform basic maintenance on equipment and tools. Follow all safety protocols, operational guidelines, and supervisory instructions. May be assigned to staging, logistics, communications, or other incident support roles depending on qualifications.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Ability to hike, lift, bend, and carry heavy loads in mountainous terrain on steep slopes varying between 30 to 90%. Ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, and climb. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability to work both indoors in an office-type setting and outdoors in extreme weather conditions. Exposure to extreme heat, cold, humidity, and temperature swings. Working in and around water and possibly in hazardous situations in shallow water and deep water. Working indoors and outdoors. Must be able to work in firefighter turnouts and SCBA for extended periods of time. While in this protective clothing must be able to crawl and walk while dragging a hose or carrying equipment up to 100 pounds. Must be able to work in Structural, HAZMAT, and wildland protective clothing in extreme heat while performing strenuous duties. Must have strength, dexterity, and senses to perform all types of fire-fighting duties. No-benefit positions.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, at least 18 years old, valid driver's license, NWCG fitness and training standards (FFT2, FFT1, ENGB), physical fitness test (Pack Test – Arduous or Moderate), NWCG courses (S-130, S-190, L-180, ICS-100, IS-700), wildland fire experience preferred, Red Card/Incident Qualification Card preferred

Salary: $18.44 - $69.24 Hourly