Job Information
Provo City Corporation Fuel Reduction Specialist/Wildland Firefighter in Provo, Utah
Position Title:
Fuel Reduction Specialist/Wildland Firefighter
Job Posting Closing Date:
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
[Applications will be considered in the order they are submitted.]
Provo City is seeking fuel reduction specialists to represent the Provo Fire department during Wildfire season and provide education to the general public.
This is a seasonal job with the following tentative duration: May 1 - August 25, 2025.
Job Details
What is the compensation?
Pay Rate: $14.00 - $18.00 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 including logs, chunks, bark, branches, stumps, and broken understory trees or brush and creating and enhancing existing firebreaks.
Educate citizens about defensible space in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI).
Dispose of slash using chippers or other disposal means to reduce fire hazards.
Maintain and report broken, unusable, or lost tools and equipment.
As required, and under the close supervision of a squad boss or engine boss, perform wildland firefighting activities including creating fire lines using hand tools and chainsaws, extinguishing active fire with hoses.
As required, drive fire vehicles over rough terrain to wildland sites.
As needed, participate in, and meet the requirements of, prescribed fire burn plans.
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 NWCG Work Capacity Test (WCT) Arduous level within one month of hire.
Preference may be given to candidates with wildland firefighting experience.
Preference may be given to candidates with advanced wildland firefighting training and certifications.
What are the environmental and physical conditions?
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors under emergency conditions which are arduous, usually dangerous, and possibly life-threatening. Conditions include but are not limited to: extreme heat conditions, extreme cold wind, snow, and ice, toxic chemicals, oxygen-deficient atmospheres, smoke, fire, explosive atmospheres and environments, water, heights, confined spaces, and others. Work is regularly performed on uneven, rocky, steep, and slippery terrain. Most tasks are performed outdoors. Indoor work may involve sitting for long time periods. 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. Must successfully pass the Fire Department's physical fitness tests including the Work Capacity Test for Wildland Firefighters at the arduous level within 1 month of hire.
Will I have to travel?
This position is subject to deployment and may travel to the Western United States during fire season for periods of up to 16 days.
What is the selection process?
This position is open until filled and will be closed when sufficient, qualified applications to proceed with a competitive selection process have been received (at least seven days). Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above 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.
Why Provo City?
Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. It has been ranked as the #1 Best Performing City (For a Third Consecutive Year!) in 2023 by the Milken Institute. Visit provo.org (https://www.provo.org/home) to learn more!
Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Position Type:
Seasonal (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)
Scheduled Hours:
53
It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.
Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!
