Wildland Firefighter - Insurance Division

Rural Metro Fire

1d • Onsite

About The Position

A Wildland Firefighter in the Insurance Division participates in activities including fire prevention and mitigation, pre fire assessment, and fire suppression. This role involves working in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station or other site, and managing assigned apparatus and personnel. Firefighters may also act as a Driver/Operator or Wildland Fire Captain when needed. The position reports to a Wildland Fire Captain, or directly to the Battalion Chief in the Captain's absence.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Current CPR/AED certification
• Valid driver license with good driving record
• Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.
• Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.
• Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
• L - 180 Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service
• S - 130 Wildland Firefighting
• S – 131 Firefighter Type 1
• S - 190 Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior
• IS - 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System
• IS - 700 Introduction to the National Incident Management System
• IS - 800 Introduction to the National Response Framework
• Capstone – Insurance Firefighter Position Task Book (PTB) (within 60 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

• Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.
• Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.

Responsibilities

• Works in the day-to-day operation and maintenance of a fire station, or other site, and the apparatus and personnel assigned.
• May act in the capacity of Driver/Operator or Wildland Fire Captain as needed.
• Conduct wildfire safety checks and pre-fire planning inspections.
• Participate in drills and training programs.
• Provide information to the public and participate in public relations events.
• Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days and be dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8-hour days; however, hours may vary based on the job and/or customer needs.
• Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.
• Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED