Seasonal Firefighter/Fuels mitigation specialist

Cache County Corp. • Hyrum, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Cache County Corp team as a Seasonal Wildland Fuels Mitigation Technician in Hyrum, UT. This role offers a unique opportunity for applicants who have completed basic wildland fire training to gain hands-on experience in wildfire mitigation efforts. The pay for this position ranges from $18.65 to $23.00 per hour, depending on experience. This position not only provides valuable experience but also allows you to contribute to impactful projects that make a difference. As a Seasonal Wildland Fuels Mitigation Technician, you will engage in a variety of essential tasks aimed at reducing wildfire risk. You will work closely with experienced team members, learning best practices while contributing to critical projects that protect both our community and natural landscapes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Basic Wildland Fire Training
• Utah Wildland Firefighter I certification
• Current NWCG Red Card
• ICS, 100, 200, and 700 certifications
• Proficiency in performing hazardous fuels reduction tasks, including thinning, limbing, cutting, and brush removal
• Safe operation of wildland firefighting equipment, such as saws, pumps, hoses, and hand tools
• Vehicle operations and maintenance
• Ability to function effectively within the incident command system (ICS) during wildland fire incidents
• Ability to work independently while managing stress from firefighting operations and environmental factors such as heat and fatigue
• Strong communication skills
• Heavy lifting up to 100 lbs
• Walking, hiking, and manual dexterity

Nice To Haves

• Experience with defensible space and Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) mitigation projects
• Familiarity with County, State, and grant-funded fuels programs

Responsibilities

• Perform fuel reduction activities, such as brush clearing, vegetation management, and maintaining firebreaks
• Work closely with experienced team members, learning best practices
• Contribute to critical projects that protect both our community and natural landscapes
• Engage in fire suppression efforts as needed
• Perform hazardous fuels reduction tasks, including thinning, limbing, cutting, and brush removal
• Function effectively within the incident command system (ICS) during wildland fire incidents
• Work independently while managing stress from firefighting operations and environmental factors such as heat and fatigue
• Effectively engage the public and represent the agency at educational forums

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees