-Entry-Level Wildland Firefighters-
Join our team of dedicated wildland firefighters. Miller Timber Services, Inc. is a professional private wildland fire services company, with more than 40 years of experience. No experience necessary, training provided.
We hold nationwide fire contracts that will keep you busy fighting fires, traveling and protecting natural resources. Free Training, join our specialized team of dedicated first responders and become a tactical athlete out on the fireline.
Limited spaces available in April double weekend training (April 13-14 and April 20-21, must attend both weekends, 10 hour class days.) Entry level wildland firefighters (FFT-2), sign up today https://millertimber.com/careers/entry-level-wildland-firefighter-fft-2/ ! Don't miss out on a great career opportunity to fight wildfires with Miller Timber Services!
Federal Fire Pay Rate $31.05-$39.72/hr. with plenty of overtime available
Transportation Provided from Dispatch Center
Must be 18 Years of Age
Physical Fitness Testing- 3 mile hike with 45 lb. pack in less than 45 minutes
Apply on-line at http://www.millertimber.com/careers to secure your position as an elite wildland firefighter.
The company prides itself in providing professional highly trained wildland firefighting crews nationwide. Through discipline, determination and dedication, our wildland firefighters consistently receive high marks for their performance while on assignment.
Push yourself to your limits as part of an elite team. Participants must be drug free for the training and the wildland firefighting season. The Company has an active drug testing program. Despite Oregon's legalization of marijuana on July 2015, marijuana is an illegal drug under federal law. Miller Timber Services, Inc. holds federal contracts and must comply with federal regulations which prohibit the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana.
Duties:
Contain, control and suppress wildland fire
Rapid on-call deployment preparedness for wildfire and emergency incidents
Utilize hand tools and equipment, such as pulaski, shovel, hazel hoe, ax, and chainsaw
Perform basic fireline activities including line construction, moving dirt, hose layout, cut, scatter, and removal of fuels using hand tools
Coordinate as an organized crew during wildfires and prescribed burns holding line, patrolling, monitoring fire behavior, and performing mop-up operations
Operate outdoors in remote and rugged conditions with extended travel and overnight camping.
Abide by all safety standards to mitigate risk while on assignment
Requirements:
Be 18 years of age or older
Pass physical fitness testing
Pass Pre-Hire Drug Test
Maintain an active cell phone throughout fire season to be contacted for dispatch. Text messaging capability is recommended
Submit to random drug testing
Meet professional appearance requirements
Possess transportation to our office in a timely manner
Have a positive attitude and exceptional work ethic
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