Wildland Fuel Reduction Specialists (April-August 2026)

Position Title :

Wildland Fuel Reduction Specialists (April-August 2026)

Job Posting Closing Date :

• EARLY FILE RECRUITMENT

Selection process wont take place until March of 2026.

The Provo City Fire Marshals office is seeking to fill the position of Fuel Reduction Specialist to assist in reducing fire risk in wildland areas by thinning fuel sources creating or enhancing firebreaks and educating citizens.

Job Details

What is the selection process

This is an early file posting . Applications will be received until the selection process begins in March of 2026 . Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed below to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

What is the compensation

Pay Rate : The pay range is $17-$20 per hour (depending on experience)

Seasonal Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k 457 Roth IRA and / or Traditional IRA) and receive these great benefits : a) free admission to the Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating; b) a free Provo City Library Card; and c) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do

Assist in reducing fire risk by performing fuel reduction activities including but not limited to thinning fuel packages (i.e. logs chunks bark branches stumps and broken understory trees or brush) and creating and enhancing existing firebreaks.

Dispose of slash using chippers or other disposal means to reduce fire hazards.

Maintain and report broken unusable or lost tools and equipment.

Educate citizens about defensible space in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI).

As required and under the close supervision of a squad or engine boss perform wildland firefighting activities including creating fire lines using hand tools and chainsaws and extinguishing active fire with hoses.

As needed participate in and meet the requirements of prescribed fire burn plans.

As required drive fire vehicles over rough terrain to wildland sites.

Perform other related duties as required.

What do I need to apply

High School Diploma or GED.

Must be 18 years of age at the time of appointment.

Requires completion of National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) training courses S-130 S-190 and L-180 or possession of a current wildland firefighter certification within one month of hire.

Requires passing the Fire Departments physical fitness test and the NWCG Work Capacity Test (WCT) Arduous level within one month of hire.

Preference may be given to candidates with advanced wildland firefighting training and certifications and / or wildland firefighting experience.

What is the schedule and duration of this position

This is a seasonal position with a duration of approximately late April to mid August 2026 . The schedule is four 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday. It will include working the July 4thand 24thholidays and some Saturdays throughout the season.

What are the environmental and physical conditions

Most tasks are performed outdoors. Indoor work may involve sitting for long time periods. Work is often performed under emergency conditions which are arduous usually dangerous and possibly life-threatening. Involves exposure to : extreme heat extreme cold water wind snow and ice toxic chemicals smoke fire oxygen-deficient atmospheres explosive atmospheres and environments heights confined spaces and others. Work is regularly performed on uneven rocky steep and slippery terrain. Requires a high level of physical fitness energy stamina mobility balance and eye-hand coordination including crawling jumping pulling pushing heavy lifting running and other physical activities all of which must be done in a safe and timely manner. Managing physical and emotional stress is integral to the job.

Why Provo City

Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life well-being and as a beautiful place to live . Provo has been awarded the Best Performing City three years in a row and we were ranked the Best Run City in America by WalletHub for 2025. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Full Time / Part Time :

Part time

Position Type :

Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Scheduled Hours : 25

Required Experience :

IC

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Hourly Salary Salary : 17 - 20