Wildland Firefighter

The Student Conservation Association is seeking a dedicated and physically fit individual to join our 2025 Table Rock Fire Crew. As a wildland firefighter, you will play a critical role in prescribed burning, fuel reduction, and wildfire response. This dynamic and exciting opportunity is perfect for those passionate about wildland fire and conservation work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare US Forest Service lands for burning
• Conduct prescribed burning and other conservation tasks
• Support wildfire response and work long hours and/or weekends as needed

Requirements:

• Pass the Work Capacity Test at the arduous level
• Ability to work variable hours, at remote locations, and in physically demanding circumstances
• Ability to perform manual labor for up to 10 hours per day

Benefits:

• Living allowance: $300/week (pretax)
• Commuting allowance: $300/week (pretax)
• Shared housing with crew
• Meals during work days
• Eligibility for 675-hour AmeriCorps education award ($2,626.27)
• Eligibility for a Public Land Corps Certificate for Noncompetitive Hiring Status