Wildland Firefighter/Ranger(Macon/Taylor)
About The Position
The Georgia Forestry Commission is hiring a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger assigned to its Macon County unit in Oglethorpe, Georgia. The role involves training and work in wildland fire suppression and prevention, forestry services, equipment operation and maintenance, and response to fires and other emergencies. Work takes place outdoors in demanding conditions, including steep terrain, heat, smoke, and high altitudes. The position requires living or relocating within 45 minutes of the assigned work location and participating in a rotating on-call schedule, including after-hours, weekends, and holidays. Applicants must have a Class A commercial driver's license learner's permit before the hire date and be able to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks. Employment is contingent on passing background, medical, and physical fitness evaluations. The required Moderate Work Capacity Test is a two-mile hike carrying a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes; running is not permitted. Employees must pass the WCT or Physical Agility Test annually.
Requirements
- Two years of experience at the Ranger 2 (PSP171) level or an equivalent position.
- Fire Fighter Type 1 certification.
- A Commercial Driver's License is required; applicants must have a Class A CDL learner's permit before hire and be able to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.
- Pass the pre-employment background investigation, medical evaluations, and physical fitness tests.
- Pass the Moderate Work Capacity Test: hike two miles with a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes, without running; employees must pass the WCT or Physical Agility Test annually.
- Live or relocate within 45 minutes of the assigned work location.
Responsibilities
- Receive training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment.
- Maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Participate in forestry-related services and programs, including reforestation and community and school activities.
- Control and extinguish fires using manual and power equipment.
- Ensure proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.
- Inspect property for compliance with laws, codes, and regulations.
- Operate fire engines and hoselays.
- Prepare reports.
- Implement fire prevention campaigns.
- Operate commercial-class transport vehicles and medium- to heavy-duty crawler tractors for wildland fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks.
- Respond to fire calls and other requests for assistance, including accidents and other emergencies.
- Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours, weekend, and holiday requests for assistance.
Benefits
- The posting mentions a robust benefits package and refers applicants to a benefits summary, but does not list specific benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
