Wildland Firefighter/Ranger (Polk/Paulding)
- 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 Polk/Paulding unit office located in Cedartown, GA.
For more information call 770-749-2251.
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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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