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Wildland Firefighter/Ranger (Crawford/Houston/Peach)

🔍 Georgia - Houston - Perry

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Forestry Commission, Georgia - GFC
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Apr 16, 2024 Post Date

An exciting career in wildland firefighting awaits you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFpaVd4bQQo

  • Do you love working outside?
  • Are you comfortable in high-adrenaline/emergency-response environments?
  • Do you thrive as a part of a team? Are you self-directed and able to make decisions on your own?
  • Are you adaptable, flexible and committed to public service?

If so, you may have a career ahead of you in wildland firefighting!

Georgia Forestry Commission's elite workforce is focused on conserving and protecting Georgia's forest resources.

Our highly trained wildland firefighters enjoy a dynamic work environment, become experts in the field of wildland fire suppression/prevention, and become part of a unique, all hazard response state agency.

 Apply today to see if you have what it takes!

Must have a Class A CDL learner's permit (CLP) prior to hire date and the ability to obtain a CDL within 12 weeks.

This position will work out of Georgia Forestry Commission's Crawford/Houston/Peach County office located in Perry, GA. 

For more information call 478-836-4567.

Click here to learn more about our GREAT benefits! https://gatrees.org/resources/gfc-benefits-summary/

Click here to learn more about forestry and wildland firefighting (Southern Group of State Foresters): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjo3SIjzmraevdt7ssk6EqXzncE1ylZna

Ranger/Wildland Firefighter Job Duties:

  • Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of assigned work location.
  • Under close supervision receives training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment. 
  • Assists with maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment. 
  • Participates in forestry related services and programs such as reforestation, community and school activities. 
  • Controls and extinguishes fires using manual and power equipment.
  • Ensures proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment.
  • Inspects property to ensure compliance with laws, codes and regulations. 
  • Operates fire engines and hoselays.
  • Performs upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment. 
  • Prepares reports.
  • Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns.
  • Operates commercial class transport and medium to heavy duty crawler tractor in wildland fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks. 
  • Responds to fire calls and other requests for assistance, such as accidents and other emergencies.
  • Participates in a rotating "on call" schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends/holidays. 

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Valid CDL license or learners permit with the ability to obtain a CDL license within 12 weeks of hire.

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