Wildland Firefighter/Ranger (Berrien)

Georgia Department of Revenue • Nashville, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Forestry Commission is hiring a Wildland Firefighter/Ranger for its Berrien County unit in Nashville, Georgia. The role involves training and work in wildland fire control and suppression, fire prevention, forestry services, and other emergency response. Employees work outdoors in physically demanding conditions, including steep terrain, heat, smoke, and high altitudes. The position requires living within or relocating to within 45 minutes of the assigned work location, and participation in a rotating on-call schedule that includes after-hours, weekends, and holidays.

The selected candidate must have a Class A CDL learner’s permit before the hire date and obtain a CDL within 12 weeks. The position also requires a Commercial Driver’s License, Fire Fighter Type 2 certification, GFC Prescribed Burn Manager certification, and one year of experience at the Ranger 1 level or equivalent. Applicants must pass pre-employment background, medical, and fitness evaluations. Employees must pass the Moderate Work Capacity Test or Physical Agility Test annually. The Moderate Work Capacity Test is a two-mile hike carrying a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes; running is not permitted.

Requirements

• One year of experience at the lower-level Ranger 1 (PSP170) position or equivalent.
• Fire Fighter Type 2 certification.
• GFC Prescribed Burn Manager certification.
• Commercial Driver’s License required; must have a Class A CDL learner’s permit before the hire date and obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.
• Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of the assigned work location.
• Pass the pre-employment background investigation, medical evaluations, and physical fitness tests.
• Pass the Moderate Work Capacity Test upon entry and the WCT or Physical Agility Test annually.
• Complete a two-mile hike carrying a 25-pound pack within 30 minutes for the Moderate Work Capacity Test; running is not permitted.

Responsibilities

• Receive training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment under close supervision.
• 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 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 to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Robust benefits package; details are referenced through the Georgia Forestry Commission benefits summary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed