Wildland Firefighter - Insurance Division

Rural Metro Fire • Post Falls, ID

4d • 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 reports to a Wildland Fire Captain, or directly to the Battalion Chief in their absence. The position involves day-to-day operations and maintenance of a fire station or other site, including apparatus and personnel. Firefighters may also act as Driver/Operator or Wildland Fire Captain as needed. Responsibilities include conducting wildfire safety checks, pre-fire planning inspections, participating in drills and training, and providing public information. Members may be assigned to incidents for 14-21 days and dispatched to fires in the western United States. Work hours are typically 8-hour days but can vary. Safe operation of company vehicles and tools/equipment is essential.

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.
• 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.
• Minimum required NWCG/FEMA courses: L-180, S-130, S-131, S-190, IS-100, IS-700, IS-800.
• Minimum Capstone Certification (within 60 days of hire): Capstone – Insurance Firefighter Position Task Book (PTB)
• Applicants will be required to undergo a background investigation prior to being considered for employment.

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.
• Assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days and dispatched to fires in the western United States.
• 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