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WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER

WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection DistrictReno, NV, United States
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Do you have an interest in being a part of the TMFPD fuels management team? Are you eager to provide a high level of service to the citizens of Washoe County? If this opportunity interests you plea...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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Firefighter

Nevada StaffingReno, NV, US
Full-time
Summary : This is the entry level position for the Fire Department with responsibility for firefighting, lifesaving, and other related work activities connected with the response to emergency and ot...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Planning Specialist)

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Fire Planning Specialist)

US Government JobsSparks, NV, US
Full-time
Wildland Fire Planning Leadership.This position is located at a USDA Forest Service Unit.The primary purpose of the position is to provide leadership, and oversight in wildland fire planning on one...Show moreLast updated: 1 hour ago
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Firefighter

City of RenoReno, NV, United States
Full-time
The Reno Fire Department is in the planning stages of their next academy.Dates are still to be determined.Please check back regularly for updates. This is the entry level position for the Fire Depar...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER

WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER

Truckee Meadows Fire Protection DistrictReno, NV, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Salary : $22.53 - $29.24 Hourly

Location : Reno, NV

Job Type : Full Time

Job Number : 2025 / 12 18755

Division : FUELS DIVISION

Opening Date : 12 / 19 / 2025

Closing Date : 1 / 19 / 2026 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit : 2487FF

POSITION INFORMATION

Do you have an interest in being a part of the TMFPD fuels management team? Are you eager to provide a high level of service to the citizens of Washoe County? If this opportunity interests you please apply now!

The Wildland Firefighter is a Police / Fire PERS position.

This recruitment is being conducted to fill future full-time vacancies funded by grants and / or NV Energy contract.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE :

BLM Fitness Challenge

February 24-27, 2026Interviews

March 17-20, 2026Desired Start Date

Position is open to fill future full-time vacancies.

REQUIRED BLM FITNESS CHALLENGE

Consisting of 1.5 Mile Run, Push-ups, Pull-ups and Sit-ups

This is a required portion of the recruitment process and will be Pass / Fail, minimum 100 points required to Pass. No other agency scores will be accepted, you must participate to move forward. You will be sent notices to sign up if you are determined to have met the minimum qualifications.

Under supervision, serves as a member of a fuels management crew and / or a wildland fire suppression crew; and performs related duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from high school or successful certification of equivalency (GED) AND one (1) season of wildland / fuels management experience.

Required certifications must be submitted with your application. Please ONLY submit the required documents meeting the criteria described below.

Required at the time of application :

  • Valid Class C driver's license

Required at time specified below :

  • NWCG S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter within ninety (90) days of appointment.
  • NWCG S-190 Introduction to Fire Behavior within ninety (90) days of appointment.
  • FEMA ICS100 Incident Command System within six (6) months of appointment.
  • FEMA ICS200 Incident Command System within six (6) months of appointment.
  • FEMA ICS700 Incident Command System within six (6) months of appointment.
  • NWCG FAL 3 Basic Faller within one (1) year of appointment.

    • EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

  • Works independently or as a skilled member of a fuels management crew engaged in fuels management, including broadcast burning, hand piling, pile burning, other brush disposal techniques, and herbicide application.
  • Uses a variety of hand and power tools, including chainsaws, firing equipment, and / or portable pumps. Gathers data and records information on fuel types, weather conditions, fire behaviors, and status of work accomplished.
  • Responsible for observing the rules of fire safety and fire behavior while on the fireline.
  • Serves as a member of fire crew assigned to suppress the full range of wildland fires independently performing recurring fire suppression duties.
  • Perform assignments as a wildland firefighter in developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices and terminology.
  • May work in and around aircraft such as helicopters and must be able to observe all safety regulations.
  • Searches out and extinguishes burning materials by moving dirt, applying water by hose or backpack pump, etc. Chops brush, fells small trees, and moves dirt to construct fireline using various hand tools such as axes, shovels, Pulaskis, McLeods, and may use power tools including chainsaws and portable pumps to control spreading of wildland fire and / or to prepare control lines prior to burning.
  • Patrols fireline to locate and extinguish embers, flareups, and hotspot fires that may threaten developed firelines.
  • Cleans, reconditions, and stores fire tools and equipment.
  • May assist trained personnel in more specialized assignments, such as backfire / burnout, mobile / stationary engine attack, construction of helispots, helitack operations, and performing hover hookups.
  • Participate in fire and safety training in the techniques, practices, and methods of fire suppression and in the safe, efficient operation and use of tools, equipment and vehicles used in fireline activities.
  • Participate in crew proficiency checks and drills. Participate in safety sessions and fire critiques.
  • Ensures own and others' welfare and safety in all aspects of the assignments.

    • JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Full Performance

    Knowledge of :

  • Policies and procedures of the District.
  • Geography of the district, including major streets and landmarks.
  • Fuels reduction and wildland firefighting methods, tools, and equipment.

    • Ability to :

  • Perform a variety of fuels reduction and wildland firefighting assignments.

    • Entry Level (Applicants will be screened for possession of these through written, oral, performance, or other evaluation methods.)

    Knowledge of :

  • Basic mathematics.
  • Hand and power tools.

    • Ability to :

  • Learn a variety of fuels reduction and firefighting duties, methods, tools, and equipment.
  • Analyze situations quickly and reach logical conclusions in emergencies.
  • Plan, organize, and prioritize daily activities.
  • Read and comprehend laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Read and follow street maps.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Maintain records and prepare reports.
  • Understand basic arithmetic elements using whole numbers, decimals, percentages, and fractions.
  • Exercise good judgement and safe work practices.
  • Exercise emotional control and work under stressful situations.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, other agencies, the public, and others contacted in the course of work.

    • SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment.

  • Work crews consist of hourly employees. Work hours will normally involve 40-hour work weeks, but are variable and may include weekends, evenings, and / or holidays. Incumbents may work irregular hours, weekends, holidays or evenings.
  • Duties involve hiking, lifting, bending, and carrying heavy loads in mountainous terrain on steep slopes varying between 30 to 90%. Must be able to regularly lift 65lbs or 1 / 3 of their total weight unassisted. Ability to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, and climb. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Ability to work at considerable heights. May work in extreme weather conditions, from the low teens of winter to summer high desert temperature's over 100 degrees. Must display the ability to show good judgement and safe work practices during shift lengths of 16 to 24 hrs. for a 16-day period. Ability to participate and lead in a daily physical training program consisting of 30 to 45 min. of cardiovascular challenge and 15 to 20 min. of strength training exercises. Ability to tolerate exposure to extreme weather conditions, heat, fumes, smoke, pressurized water, and chemicals.
  • All licenses and certifications required to be kept current and maintained for continued employment.
  • Applicants will be required to undergo a background investigation prior to being considered for employment.
  • Applicants will be required to pass a thorough medical examination which may include, but not be limited to, a physical agility test prior to appointment and for continuing employment.
  • May work in and around aircraft such as helicopters.

    • Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Does Not Discriminate on the Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or Expression, Age, Disability or National Origin in the Activities and / or Services Which it Provides. EOE.

    Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue offers a complete benefits package to part time and full time employees, per associated contract or agreement.

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
  • Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Vacation Leave Benefits
  • Sick Leave Benefits
  • Personal Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • Incentive Pay
  • Professional Certification Credits
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Longevity Pay
  • Pet Insurance

    • Please see TMFPD Benefits page for a detailed summary of our great benefit offerings!

    01

    Have you graduated from high school or have equivalent (GED) education?

  • Yes
  • No

    • 02

    Do you have one (1) season of wildland / fuels management experience?

  • Yes
  • No

    • 03

    Do you have a valid Class C driver's license?

  • Yes
  • No

    • 04

    Will you have the following certifications (S-130 / S-190) within 90 days of appointment (Hire date)?

  • S-130 Basic Wildland Firefighter
  • S-190 Introduction to Fire Behavior

    • 05

    Will you have the following required ICS certifications (ICS100, ICS200, ICS700, ICS800) within 6 months of appointment (Hire date)?

  • ICS100 Incident Command System
  • ICS200 Incident Command System
  • ICS700 Incident Command System
  • ICS800 Incident Command System

    • 06

    Will you have your required FAL 3 Basic Faller within one year of appointment (Hire date)?

  • Yes
  • No

    • 07

    Have you attached all of your REQUIRED ONLY certifications to this application as specified in the job announcement? If not, please attach before submitting application as these are required. Without submittal of your REQUIRED ONLY certifications your application will not move forward.

  • Yes
  • No

    • 08

    I am aware that this recruitment is used to fill positions funded by grants and / or a NV Energy contract.

  • Yes
  • No

    • Required Question