Job Description & Responsibilities:
Must live and/or relocate to within 45 minutes of assigned work location. Under close supervision receives training and instruction in fire control duties using heavy equipment. Assists with maintaining buildings, grounds and equipment. Participates in forestry related services and programs such as reforestation, community and school activities. Controls and extinguishes fires using manual and power equipment. Ensures proper operation and maintenance of firefighting equipment. Inspects property to ensure compliance with laws, codes and regulations. Operates fire engines and hoselays. Performs upkeep and maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment. Prepares reports. Carries out the implementation of fire prevention campaigns. Operates commercial class transport and medium to heavy duty crawler tractor in wildland fire suppression and construction of pre-suppression fire breaks. Responds to fire calls and other requests for assistance, such as accidents and other emergencies. Participates in a rotating "on call" schedule to respond to requests for assistance after hours and on weekends/holidays.
Qualifications:
A minimum score of 80 on the Ranger 1 written examination AND the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License within 12 weeks of hire date.
Salary:
42,640.00 per year
Contact:
Employer: Georgia Forestry Commission
Location: Morgan, GA
Link: https://careers.georgia.gov/jobs/wildland-firefighter-ranger-greene-morgan-66652