NOW HIRING WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER POSITIONS OPEN UNTIL FEBRUARY 28, 2026 Seasonal Wildland crew members staff two engines (Type 3, Type 6) for the wildfire season. Crew can expect to provide initial attack and extended attack within the district and provide resources to our neighboring mutual aid partners, including the USFS, State Land and BLM. Crew must be prepared to leave home for exte nded periods of time while fighting fires on regional and national assignments. Wildland crew will also engage in several proj ects completing defensible space mitigation projects within our district, which will require chainsaw work, chipping, and slash pile burning. Applications are currently being accepted fo r those with the following qualifications: ENG-B (Engine Boss) starting at $32.52/hr (SEASONAL) FF-I/ICT5 (Firefighter Type 1/Incident Command er Type 5) starting at $28.34/hr (SEASONAL) FF-II (Firefighter Type 2) star ting at $25.50/hr (SEASONAL) -Those with S-212, EMT-B will re ceive favorable consideration Applicants must submit copies of a current motor vehicle record (MVR), CERTS and master record. Must also have a current driver’s license and the ability to pass a drug screening, WCT, background check and a physical. Seasonal hires can expect to work a minimum of 40 hours per week. Overtime will be expected throughout th e fire season from April through October. Benefits: Dental/Vision available first season Medical/Dental/Vision available starting second season Free housing available (limited) APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT WWW.UPPERPINEFPD.ORG EMAIL APPLICATIONS/RESUME TO HR@UPPERPINEFPD.ORG
