Wildland Firefighter

Under direct supervision, performs fire protection duties including fire prevention and suppression, but not exclusively with complex heavy mechanized equipment; performs operator maintenance necessary to maintain fire suppression equipment in a state of readiness; performs various forestry services including firebreaks, prescribed burns, and water bar construction and assists in other forestry operations. Responds to forest fire calls as required by the readiness plan. Performs forest fire suppression duties utilizing bulldozer tractor, handline tools, and water handling equipment. Assists with fire prevention efforts. Determines cause/origin of wildland fires to complete fire reports. Performs operator preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment and maintains equipment in a state of readiness; exercises equipment in accordance with SCFC policy and procedures. Performs maintenance and construction duties at Forestry Commission facilities. Performs forestry services, such as firebreak plowing, waterbar construction and prescribed burning assistance. Assists foresters and Sector FMO's with forest management activities such as timber marking, tree planting, survival checks, forest insect and disease work, acreage measurements, and other landowner services. Maintains an awareness of the cost-sharing assistance and services provided by the SCFC. Works with fire departments, the US Forest Service, civic groups, and other local, state, and federal agencies to promote sound forestry and fire management practices. Participates in training annually. Prepares monthly administrative reports to include time sheets, equipment reports, services reports and fire-related documentation. Participates in activities in support of the agency's mission and goals and performs related other duties as required.

Works a rotating schedule, 40 hours / 5-day work week, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. schedule. Job requires on-call duty and weekend work. Overnight travel required to include extensive periods of time (up to 18 days) on large fire incidents or other natural disasters in/out of the state.

Benefits: The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

To apply: SCFC requires individuals to complete an online application to apply for this position. Interested individuals can access www.careers.sc.gov, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. When applying for this position, the electronic state application must be completed to include the Education and Work Experience sections and the Supplemental Questions. This includes a detailed description of each work-related position and, if applicable, military service (indicate rank) and job-related volunteer work that you feel qualifies you for the position. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, experience in forest fire protection duties/forestry management/operation of heavy mechanized equipment/relevant work experience, Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain Commercial Learner's Permit prior to employment, must pass initial physical fitness test (2-mile walk carrying 25 lb. pack in 30 minutes), must obtain firefighter registration with Office of State Fire Marshal, criminal background check, drug test, ability to lift/walk/squat/climb/carry objects up to 50 lbs., South Carolina residency (must live in Jasper County or surrounding areas)

Salary: $35,158.00 - $46,173.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Continuous