Wildland Firefighter (Fire Engine Operation)

These positions will be located at USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region, Region 5. The incumbent has primary responsibility for driving and operation of the engine in responding to wildland fires and other all hazard activities or other fuels related or ecosystem restoration projects.

Duties listed are at full performance grade GW-07. Responsible for the operation of the fire engine module in responding to wildland fires and all-hazard incidents. Serve as a full assistant to the supervisor of a Fire Engine Module in areas with the added complexities of wildland-urban interface. Makes initial evaluation of fire situations and determines suppression method and crew deployment. Requests additional assistance as necessary. In the absence of SFEO, may serve as initial attack Incident Commander on wildland fires and wildland urban interface/intermix situations occurring on the unit. Performs pre-suppression duties requiring the use of basic analytical methods to identify interrelationships among data for fire management plans. Directs project work in support of ecosystem management. Identifies and analyzes tactics and strategies employed on incidents, and revises and/or develops approaches in view of specific incident conditions. Determines probable causes of fire and preserves evidence of human-caused fires.

These are permanent positions with varying tours of duty and may include weekend work. Some positions may have irregular and protracted hours of work. Tours of duty include full-time or less than full time (guaranteed minimum 13 pay periods full-time employment). Work schedule is Full-time. Occasional travel is required - You may be expected to travel overnight on fire suppression, fire related assignments, meetings and/or training for this position. Relocation expenses may be reimbursed in accordance with agency policy.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

To apply, you must complete the application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. Applying online is highly encouraged. You must submit a resume (not to exceed 2 pages) that includes personal information, education, and work experience related to this position. You must also submit an Incident Qualification and Certification System (IQCS) Master Record (or equivalent training documents) which contain documented proof of the certification or attainment of the IFPM Selective Placement Factor. For more information, contact the HRM Contact Center at 1-877-372-7248 X2 or HRM_Contact_Center@usda.gov.

Requirements: Not specified on listing page

Salary: $57,670 - $81,343 Per Year

Application Deadline: 2026-09-22