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• Requisition ID: NAT00X4
• Number of Openings: 1
• Advertised Salary: 42,640.00
• Shift: Day Job
• Posting End Date: Aug 24, 2025

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

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

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.
This position will work out of Georgia Forestry Commission’s Camden/Glynn County unit located in Woodbine, GA.
For more information call 912-576-5387 .
to learn more about our GREAT benefits! https://gatrees.org/resources/gfc-benefits-summary/
to learn more about forestry and wildland firefighting (Southern Group of State Foresters): https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjo3SIjzmraevdt7ssk6EqXzncE1ylZna

• 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.
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  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