Wildland Firefighter (Temp, On-Call)

Larimer County•Fort Collins, CO

About The Position

The Wildland Firefighter is a temporary, part-time, on-call position under the direct supervision of the Emergency Services Unit. The role assists the Phantom Canyon Crew with wildland fire suppression, management, and control, serving on an engine or hand crew. Other duties may include fire prevention through fuels mitigation projects, patrol, detection, and prescribed burning. This selection process is for the 2027 fire season. The pay rate is $22.0610 per hour, and the start date is April 3, 2027.

Requirements

At the time of application, have successfully completed NWCG or FEMA Introduction to ICS (I-100), NWCG Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180), NWCG Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), NWCG Firefighter Training (S-130) including proof of the required instructor-led field exercise, and NIMS (IS-700), or be currently enrolled in a training program and provide proof of enrollment with the application.
Be able to obtain and maintain First Aid and Community CPR certifications.
Successfully complete the NWCG Work Capacity Test.
Be at least 18 years of age.
Hold a valid, current driver's license.
Reside within 50 miles of 2250 W. County Rd. 56, Fort Collins, CO 80524.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Have no felony conviction or conviction involving domestic violence.
Have no use of illegal drugs within the past five years.
Comply with the Sheriff's Office prohibition on possession and/or use of marijuana by employees.
Be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
Meet the physical and mental demands of long hours in arduous outdoor environments and demonstrate integrity, teamwork, adaptability, and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

Use, operate, and maintain basic wildfire equipment and vehicles, hand tools, portable pumps, chainsaws, and firing equipment to construct fire lines and suppress wildfires.
May serve as a fire line supervisor, depending on NWCG qualifications and experience.
Wear personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures during all operations.
Maintain inventory and required equipment on assigned apparatus.
Take direction from assigned fire line supervisors and communicate fire status, safety, and equipment information as necessary or assigned.
Participate in a minimum of two monthly training sessions offered from April to October.