Wildland Firefighter/ Ranger ( Worth County)

State of Georgia • Sylvester, GA

352d • $42,640

About The Position

An exciting career in wildland firefighting awaits you! The Georgia Forestry Commission's elite workforce is focused on conserving and protecting Georgia's forest resources. Our highly trained wildland firefighters enjoy a dynamic work environment, become experts in the field of wildland fire suppression/prevention, and become part of a unique, all hazard response state agency. This position will work out of Georgia Forestry Commission's Worth County office located in Sylvester, GA.

Requirements

• Must have a Class A CDL learner's permit (CLP) prior to hire date and the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.
• Comfortable in high-adrenaline/emergency-response environments.
• Ability to work as part of a team and also self-directed.
• Adaptable, flexible and committed to public service.

Responsibilities

• Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of assigned work location.
• Under close supervision receives training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment.
• Assists with maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment.
• Participates in forestry related services and programs such as reforestation, community and school activities.
• Controls and extinguishes fires using manual and power equipment.
• Ensures proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.
• Inspects property to ensure compliance with laws, codes and regulations.
• Operates fire engines and hoselays.
• Performs upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Prepares reports.
• Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns.
• Operates commercial class transport and medium to heavy duty crawler tractor in wildland fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks.
• Responds to fire calls and other requests for assistance, such as accidents and other emergencies.
• Participates in a rotating 'on call' schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends/holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $42,640.00
• Dynamic work environment
• Training and instruction in fire control duties
• Opportunity to participate in community and school activities
• Involvement in fire prevention campaigns

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees