Wildland Firefighter - Authority

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These positions are located in Dolores, Gunnison and Montrose, CO. Information about these locations can be found by clicking on the location name listed.

• Serves as an experienced wildland firefighter on one of the following crews: fuels, handcrew, hotshot, engine, helitack or wildland fire module.
• Performs wildland fire suppression/management/control functions.
• Performs fireline activities such as line construction, hose layout, operations of pumps and accessories, and mop-up operations.
• Participate in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices and methods of fire suppression.
• Gathers information on weather data, topography, fuel types, and fire behavior in responding to wildland fire incidents.
• Participates in fuels management projects and prescribed fires.
• May serve as a situational leader on wildland fires.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the
  
  HOW TO APPLY
  
  and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license; nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Land.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Background Investigation Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background/suitability investigation/determination. Failure to possess or obtain a favorable determination will result in the cancellation of the offer or will be grounds for termination.
• You must meet specified levels on annual physical fitness tests, and pass periodic medical exams for wildland fire personnel, commensurate with current incident management qualification.
• You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical. You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions.
• Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work during peak fire season.
• May require completion of a one year trial period.
• Applicants appointed to this position must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.