Wildland Fire & Resource Tech​/Senior Firefighter​/Gannett Glacier Crew; Pcn -N17051-62

WILDLAND FIRE & RESOURCE TECH 2 / SENIOR FIREFIGHTER / GANNETT GLACIER CREW (PCN 10-N17051-62)

State of Alaska – Palmer, Alaska

• Dig hand lines, operate power saws and water pumps
• Maintain fire gear readiness and assist in hazard fuel mitigation projects
• Pile limbs and slash, assist in burn operations, climb and prune trees
• Operate chainsaws under direct supervision of higher‑level positions
• Perform personal gear and equipment maintenance (nozzles, hose, chainsaws, tools)

• Six months Wildland Fire and Resource Technician 1 experience or equivalent
• National Incident Qualification System Red Card (no substitution)
• Alaska driver’s license (conditional for non‑license applicants)
• Pass the Work Capacity Test at the "Arduous" level (3‑mile hike, 45‑lb pack, 45 minutes)
• Ability to travel across Alaska and the Lower 48 States for assignments up to 30 days

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• Basic life insurance (optional coverage available)
• Retirement benefits under the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Paid leave and twelve paid holidays annually

• Based out of Palmer, Alaska – dispatched nationally and to Canada
• Remote environments with no internet or cell service; 14‑21 days hiking to work
• Commitment to incidents for 100+ days a year; sleeping in a tent most nights
• Single resource or part of a team; 100‑plus day support each season

Apply through the Workplace Alaska website or submit a paper application. Instructions are on the Workplace Alaska

How to Apply

page. The Final date to receive applications is 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.

The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call

Tim Troxel – Crew Boss
Phone:
Email: tim.troxel