Wildland Fuel Reduction Specialists

Position: Wildland Fuel Reduction Specialists (April-August 2026)
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* Position Title:

** Wildland Fuel Reduction Specialists (April-August 2026)
** Job Posting Closing Date:
** EARLY FILE RECRUITMENT     [Selection process won't take place until March of 2026.]    The Provo City Fire Marshal's office is seeking to fill the position of Fuel Reduction Specialist to assist in reducing fire risk in wildland areas by thinning fuel sources, creating or enhancing firebreaks, and educating citizens.
** Job Details
** This is an early file posting. Applications will be received until
** the selection process begins in March of 2026.
** Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.
** Pay Rate:
** The pay range is $17-$20 per hour (depending on experience) Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits: a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

* Assist in reducing fire risk by performing fuel reduction activities including but not limited to thinning fuel packages (i.e., logs, chunks, bark, branches, stumps, and broken understory trees or brush) and creating and enhancing existing firebreaks.
* Dispose of slash using chippers or other disposal means to reduce fire hazards.
* Maintain and report broken, unusable, or lost tools and equipment.
* Educate citizens about defensible space in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI).
* As required, and under the close supervision of a squad or engine boss, perform wildland firefighting activities including creating fire lines using hand tools and chainsaws and extinguishing active fire with hoses.
* As needed, participate in, and meet the requirements of, prescribed fire burn plans.
* As required, drive fire vehicles over rough terrain to wildland sites.
* Perform other related duties as required.
* High School Diploma or GED.
* Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
* Requires completion of National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) training courses S-130, S-190, and L-180, or possession of a current wildland firefighter certification within one month of hire.
* Requires passing the Fire Department's physical fitness test and the NWCG Work Capacity Test (WCT) Arduous level within one month of hire.
* Preference may be given to candidates with advanced wildland firefighting training and certifications and/or wildland firefighting experience. This is a seasonal position with a duration of approximately
** late April to mid August 2026**. The schedule is four, 10-hour shifts, Monday through Thursday. It will include working the July 4th and 24th holidays and some Saturdays throughout the season. Most tasks are performed outdoors. Indoor work may involve sitting for long time periods. Work is often performed under emergency conditions which are arduous, usually dangerous, and possibly life-threatening.

Involves exposure to: extreme heat, extreme cold, water, wind, snow and ice, toxic chemicals, smoke, fire, oxygen-deficient atmospheres, explosive atmospheres and environments, heights, confined spaces, and others. Work is regularly performed on uneven, rocky, steep, and slippery terrain. Requires a high level of physical fitness, energy, stamina, mobility, balance, and eye-hand coordination including crawling, jumping, pulling, pushing, heavy lifting, running, and other physical activities, all of which must be done in a safe and timely manner.

Managing physical and emotional stress is integral to the job. Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its
** outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live**. Provo has been awarded the “Best Performing City” three years in a row, and we were ranked the ‘Best Run City in America’ by Wallet Hub for 2025. Visit  to learn more!
* Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
*** Full Time/Part Time:
** Part time
** Position Type:
** Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
** Scheduled

Hours:

** 25

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin;

disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of…