Firefighter II

Wildfire Defense Systems • Colorado Springs, CO

305d • $25 - $36

About The Position

The Wildland Firefighter Type 2 serves 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 FFT2 has no supervisory responsibilities and is supervised by the Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) or one of the Single Resource Bosses (CRWB/ENGB/TFLD). The FFT2 works in the Operations Section.

Requirements

• 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
• Employees must be 21 years of age or older
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certification
• Current driver's license with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Perform fire suppression and fuels management duties
• Work as part of an engine crew, hand crew, or tender
• Operate in adverse climate, fuel, and terrain conditions

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities