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

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

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.

The projected start dates is the first Monday of the month.

This position will work out of Georgia Forestry Commission's Tift County office located in Tifton, GA.

For more information call 229-386-3346.

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

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

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

Additional Information

• Posting End Date: Aug 4, 2023
• Advertised Salary: 41,000
• Requisition ID: NAT00R3
• Shift: Day Job
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• Internal Contact Email: [email protected]
• Number of Openings: 2
• Internal Contact Name: Cory Dexter Thornton