Firefighter II

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled Fire Suppression Specialist to join our team. As a Fire Suppression Specialist, you will serve on an engine crew, hand crew, or tender, performing fire suppression and fuels management duties in the most adverse climate, fuel, and terrain conditions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of wildland fire behavior and suppression techniques, as well as excellent communication and teamwork skills. You will work closely with our experienced team to ensure the safe and effective suppression of wildland fires.

• Perform fire suppression and fuels management duties on engine crews, hand crews, or tenders
• Work in the Operations Section, serving on an engine crew, hand crew, or tender
• Collaborate with team members to ensure safe and effective fire suppression
• Participate in training and development opportunities to enhance wildland fire suppression skills
• Meet the physical demands of the job, including passing a Work Capacity Test (WCT)

• Introduction to ICS (ICS-100)
• Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
• Firefighter Training (S-130 - Field Day Required)
• Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
• NIMS: An Introduction (IS-700)
• Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) (RT-130)
• Ability to pass a WCT (Work Capacity Test/Pack Test) at Arduous Level
• 21 years of age or older
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certification
• Current driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Competitive wages exceeding federal standards
• Overtime opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Access to Teladoc
• Paid Time Off plus 48-hours of Sick Leave per year
• 9-Paid Company Holidays
• 401(k)
• WDS Contributes 3% to a Safe Harbor retirement plan with no employee match required
• Company Paid Life Insurance ($300K for Field Operations Employees)
• Company Paid AD&D ($300K for Field Operations Employees)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & Accident
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Employee discounts through Life Mart and Expert Voice

Wildfire Defense Systems, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Federal Law under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) requires drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles engaged in interstate commerce must be at least 21 years of age. For this reason, applicants for this position must be at least 21 years of age to be considered.