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Initial Attack Resources	Initial Attack Resources We will begin accepting applications after the first of the year for the 2012 season for qualified experienced engine bosses and engine crew for company based in Southern Oregon and Northern California.  Please call 541-798-5959 or 541-891-9866, or email us at iar59@aol.com for more information.  Applications may be obtained online at www.initialattackresources.com
Firestorm WFS	Firestorm Wildland Fire Suppression, Inc. is looking for individuals with great attitudes who are hard working, physically fit, self-motivated, willing to travel and are drug-free. We are accepting applications for wildland firefighters for the 2012 fire season. We have seasonal positions available for 20-person hand crews and Type 3 and Type 6 Wildland Engines.  We are accepting applications for Entry-Level firefighters, Crew Captains, Sawyers, qualified Engine Bosses, Crew Bosses and crewmember FR/EMT positions. For more information and to get an application, please visit our website at www.firestormfire.com. Firestorm Wildland Fire Suppression, Inc. also offers wildland fire training courses including all entry level courses and annual refreshers as well as advanced level courses for FFT1 and Single Resource Boss and above.  Visit www.firestormfire.com for our current class scheduling and pricing. You are not required to take Firestorm’s training in order to be considered for employment.  Firestorm will accept any NWCG qualified certificates.
Klamath National Forest	Klamath National Forest - Goosenest Ranger District We are currently recruiting for qualified HECM’s and FEMO’s for a new Wildland Fire Module located at Mt Hebron Work Center in Macdoel, CA. This is a new module starting up and will be seeking certification in the near future. We are seeking highly motivated people with a good working knowledge of Fire/Fuels. If this sounds like something you would be interested in feel free to give me a call at the number listed below. There is Job Announcement numbers listed below and can be found at www.avuecentral.com. We anticipate on pulling certificates for jobs on January 9th. All interested candidates need to submit applications before January 9th. Candidates should apply to Macdoel, CA. Contact: Mike Seaton, Captain Crew 71, 530-398-4607 OCRT‐462‐5‐HANDCREW‐DT‐REL2 Forestry Technician ‐ Handcrew GS‐0462‐5 Standard PD Selective Placement Factors FS0198 FFT1 and S‐290 OCRT‐462‐4‐HANDCREW‐DT Forestry Technician ‐ Handcrew GS‐0462‐4 OCRT‐462‐3‐FIRE‐DT Forestry Aid ‐ Fire General GS‐0462‐3
Plumas National Forest	Plumas Helicopter 512 is seeking highly motivated, physically fit, and mentally sharp candidates for seasonal employees on our crew for the 2012 wildland fire season. Refer to our blogsite for specific information about the crew and hiring: plumasrappallers.blogspot.com
GFP Emergency Services	GFP Enterprises Inc. /ASP Fire: Currently seeking qualified applicants for: CRWB, ENGB, FFT1/ICT5, FFT2 (experienced and entry level). Training provided. Nat’l Type 2IA crew and engine module locations include: Oregon, Washington, and northern California. For more information please reply via e-mail to: hr@gfpenterprises.com or call: 541-549-8167. Visit us on the web: www.gfpemergency.com. Drug free workplace - EOE
Wildfire Services	Wild Fire Services of Yakima, Washington. is looking for interested individuals to fight fires for us for the upcoming 2012 fire season. We are looking for Certified SRB-Crew Bosses, FF-1, Squad Bosses, FF-2, and Beginner fire fighters. You must be mentally and physically fit, work well with others and be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening. We dispatch two 20 person hand crews for Region 6. Housing is NOT provided. If interested please call 509-453-3473 and leave a message. Or contact drewcole83@yahoo.com.
Washington State DNR	Washington State Department of Natural Resources is currently recruiting to fill an Ahtanum Crew Foreman position responsible for supervising and leading a 20 person Initial Attack (IA) crew. The Ahtanum Crew is a very active, dynamic and structured crew. The Ahtanum Crew Foreman position is a seven month (April-October) seasonal career, full-time position, with retirement and medical benefits and is located at the Ahtanum Guard Station 25 miles southwest of Yakima, WA. Shared housing is provided on-site at no cost to the employee. For further information/application visit www.dnr.wa.gov. Or conatact Chad James (509) 965-0624 or by email at chad.james@dnr.wa.gov
Elko District BLM	Elko District Bureau of Land Management Fire & Aviation is currently accepting applications for the following Career Seasonal (WAE or 13/13) positions. GS-6/7 Supervisory Range Technician (Fire) – Engine Merit DEU Closes February 3, 2012 Must be currently qualified as Engine Boss (ENGB) and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) Must meet specialized experience and have completed S-211 GS-6/7 Supervisory Range Technician (Fire) – Hand Crew Merit DEU Closes February 7, 2012 Must be currently qualified as Crew Boss trainee and Incident Commander Type 5 (ICT5) Must meet specialized experience and have completed S-290 GS-5/6 Lead Range Technician (Fire) – Engine Merit DEU Closes February 15, 2012 Must be currently qualified as Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Must meet specialized experience and have completedS-290 For more information visit our "Employment Information" website and download the "Applying for Jobs with Nevada BLM Fire and Aviation" guide. This guide includes information on how to successfully apply for BLM Fire Jobs and links to current vacancy announcements on USAJOBS. You can also email Dylan Rader or call at 775-753-0395.
Oregon Department of Forestry	South Cascade District - Eastern Lane Unit- Below is a list of seasonal fire related positions that are available with the South Cascade District – Eastern Lane Unit (Springfield). Please visit the website www.oregonjobs.org for additional information, or call Matt Thomas or Karen Swearingen at 541-726-3588. *Housing is available at two guard stations. Call for details. Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist Entry - $12.98 - $18.04 hourly Wildland Fire Suppression Specialist - $15.10 - $21.71 hourly Forest Officer Entry - $16.45 - $23.89 hourly Forest Officer - $19.78 - $28.81 hourly Wildland Fire Dispatcher - $14.03 - $20.09 hourly Wildland Fire Dispatcher Entry - $12.11 - $16.45 hourly
Albany Pine Bush	The Albany Pine Bush Preserve Commission is hiring two Wildland Firefighters (FFT2) for the 2012 Fire Season. The positions play an integral part in the success of the Commission's Fire Management Program and provide excellent opportunities in both prescribed fire and wildland fire suppression for highly motivated individuals that enjoy working as part of a team. Fully qualified FFT2 and Faller A preferred. Positions are located in Albany, NY and housing may be available. Please see www.albanypinebush.org\jobs for position description and application procedures. Contact Brandon Clifford at bclifford@albanypinebush.org for additional information. Application deadline is Friday February 24th, 2012

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Rookie Posted 12/28	Names Cohen Rush and I’ve lived 24 Grateful Years, as of now I’m living in Fort Collins, CO and completed my s-130/190 at Colorado Fire Camp, would love to come out give 110% to a good crew. I’ve worked two seasons trail building and was a truck driver in the US Army( served 15 months in Afghanistan). Has of now I’m bought to finish up on a 12 mile backcountry fencing job for the Nature Conservancy. I’m very physically fit and feel I’m perfect for this kind of work. Looking for work anywhere there’s beautiful mountains . If you have any more questions or would like to contact me you can email me at Cohenarmy@nospam gmail.com.
Rookie Posted 12/28	Hi my name is Aaron Mclellan I live in Ashland Maine witch is in Aroostook county. I am looking for seasonal wild land firefighter work any ware's in the united states. I have worked closely with the Maine Forest service as a type 5 wild land firefighter and I am also a 6 year veteran with the Ashland Fire & ambulance. I have many qualifications and for further information you can contact me at 207-551-9889 or at ash118afd@nospam hotmail.com
Rookie Posted 12/28	My name is David Britt, I live in Prescott, Arizona. I am a paramedic, I have experience working in the medical unit. I am looking to find a crew for the 2012 season. I am very hard working, I am willing to travel, and I am ready to start immediately. I am physically fit and very much enjoy working outdoors and on wildland fires. Please contact me anytime at (928)925-9443, or my email: davebritt64@nospam yahoo.com.
DOZR Posted 12/31	Hi, my name is Andrew and I am looking for a dozer seat to occupy in 2012. I am 38 years old and have 20 years of heavy equipment operation experience (several thousand hours) in excavators, track loaders, mulchers, dozers, and more. I've spent the last nine years dedicated to wildland fire dozers. The majority of my dozer experience is in type 2-5 dozers with either lift plows or winches. I prefer to work in steep terrain as this is where the majority of my seat time has been earned. I have class A CDL's with most of my miles coming from the heavy haul of equipment. I have too many NWCG and FEMA classes to list here, along with other training and college coursework. I also worked three years as a police officer and have all of that training and experience to call upon as well. If you have a piece of equipment that needs an operator for the 2012 fire season then please contact me at loblollyfarmer@nospam yahoo.com. Nationwide availability.
Rookie Posted 01/09	My name is Jason Goldman. I am 19 years old and I am looking for a seasonal wildland fire job in Colorado. I have my S-130/190, L-180, EMT-B and I will be taking a chainsaw class in March. Please contact: jgoldman0192@nospam gmail.com Cell: 720-277-1654
FFT1 Posted 01/09	my name is Eric Herman.im 25years old have 2 fireseasons running lead saw & pulling for cal fire.have 64-hour wildland cert.,wildland power cert.&also full knowledge on sharpening & maint. on all tools.team player looking for good crew #209-274-4189 or eric.herman23@nospam yahoo.com
FFT2 Posted 01/11	Howdy. My name is Phillip and I have a Bachelors Degree in Agricultural Leadership & Development with a focus in Natural Resource Management. I have two seasons with the Nature Conservancy on a prescribed fire crew. Five years as an AD(causal hire) with US Fish and Wildlife, and 6 years as a Volunteer fire fighter. I have s-130/s-190, s-131, s-211, I-100, I-200 and NIMS 700 & 800. Currently red carded with FFT2, and ATVO. Willing to work anywhere. You can reach me at ptruitt@nospam aggienetwork.com.
Rookie Posted 01/12	Hello, My name is Bobby Vinson(19) and I am currently a student at Montana State and would like to get into Wildlife Firefighting. No experience so far, but hope to start a career this summer as a seasonal Firefighter. I work hard, physically fit and used to working long hours. I would like to stay in the state of Montana but willing to go other places for the summer (available May 4th to Aug 20th). I can be contacted at 952-270-8357 or bobbvinson@nospam gmail.com
Rookie Posted 01/12	I am a 20 yr. old male seeking a wildland firefighting job for the summer 2012. I am an ALERT Academy alumnus and am currently an active fireman EMT. I have numerous certifications ranging from chain saws to rope rescue. I am in great shape and I know how to work hard and beyond what is expected of me. I would be elated to be selected as a candidate. Please contact me at (504)487-3874.
Rookie Posted 01/13	Hi my name is Sean Lenahan, I am 20 years old and looking to get hired as a Wildland firefighter. I recently finished my AS degree in Fire Technology at Antelope Valley College. I am currently attending a Firefighter 1 Academy run by the college. I anticipate graduating in may 2012. I have multiple certifications such as HAZ MAT FRO, Confined Space rescue awareness, I-200, First aid, CPR, and I am recertifying my S-190 cert in February. I was on the AVC type II AD Fire crew in 2011 which has brought me much experience in hand tools, fuel management, train maintenance, and leadership. I am physical fit; I have passed my CPAT and Pack exams. I am also familiar with the ICS organization chart. I am eagerly trying to start a career within the world of Wildland firefighting, contact me by phone 6616755316 or email Slenahan911@nospam gmail.com
FFT1 Posted 01/17	Hello my name is Brandon and am seeking employment this fire season. I have 1 season of experience fighting fires in California. I have spent the last 10 years in the Army as an Infantry and can handle anything. I can be reached @ 501-216-9444 or Kingspade813@spamblock gmail.com. I am willing to travel anywhere and everywhere.
FFT2 Posted 01/19	Hi, my name is Shawn Clark. I have fought wildfires for the last 5 years, both for DNR in WA and in Klamath Falls. I am a firefighter 2 with S130/S190, RT-130. And I took the last year off to get my CDL in hopes to find an engine driving position. I was also hoping to find a job in WA state but might be willing to travel to surrounding states. I need to get my refresher for 2012. Please contact me at (360) 500-3529 or e-mail me at klark81@spamblock gmail.com.
Rookie Posted 01/19	My name is Derrick Pettelle. I'm 22 years old from Detroit, Michigan. I am looking for a wildland firefighter job for 2012. I graduated Michigan State University in May '11 with a BA in Criminal Justice (specialization: Conservation & Environmental Law Enforcement). I completed certification through FEMA for ICS-100 and IS-700.a NIMS. I held a previous Forestry Aid position with the USFS in 2009, so I am accustomed to working outside and am physically fit. I am trying to get involved in the Emergency Management and Disaster Preparedness field. I would love to talk with you about a position with your agency. Thank You. derrickp1989@spamblock gmail.com
Rookie Posted 01/23	My name is Coleman Bussing, I am 20 years old, I am looking for a Wildland Firefighting job. I have Completed a 2 year Fire Science course at East Valley Institute of Technology. I have also completed a Wildland course at Mesa Community college, which was to the NWCG standards. I have my S-130, S-190. L-180, I-100. I also have passed the practical test for Deploying a Fire Shelter in 25 seconds or less. I am physically fit and have good, hard work ethics. I am also dependable and loyal. I have good social skills and know what it means to follow a line of command. I have grown up in Mesa, Arizona and like being out doors......email me at colebussing@spamblock yahoo.com
Rookie Posted 01/23	My name is Matt Klipstine and I am from Appleton, WI. I come with intelligence and a Midwestern work ethic. I have an Associates in Fire Protection which includes FF1, FF2, HazMat Tech, EMT Basic and other certifications. I also have taken the following ICS Courses: 100,200,300,400, 700. I am currently 1 semester shy of completing my bachelors degree in Emergency Management from UW-Oshkosh. I have served 2 years on a paid on call fire department as well. I am currently enrolled in the S130/S190/L180 course and will complete by 2/10. Contact info: Klipsm82@spamblock uwosh.edu, 9207314712.
Rookie Posted 01/23	I am a hardworking 20 yr. old man interested in a wildland firefighting job for the summer 0f 2012. I am currently an active fireman EMT-B. I am ALERT Academy trained with certifications in Sawyer, High Angle Rescue 1 and Rescue Systems 1 (NFPA 1670), I also have my S-190, S-130, L-180, and I-100. I am in excellent physical condition with a high endurance level. I know how to work beyond what expected of me. I appreciate your consideration. Cell (504) 487-3874.
FFT2 Posted 01/24	Howdy, my name is Chris Brewster. I am 21 years old and had worked as a FFT-2 for Americorps NCCC - US Fish and Wildlife and for a private contractor Badger Creek Wildfire. For Americops I worked at one fire and did one control burn. I was with them for 10 months the job was hand crew in 2010. Badger Creek Wildfire MT, worked on a IA Engine Crew in 2011. I worked with them for 4 months. With them I worked at the Maverick Fire, MT-CNF-Diamond Complex. I don't have much experience but I am willing to learn and adapted to my suroundings. All I need for 2012 fire season is a pack test and a refresher. I am look for a company that is close by Reno, NV and that is a hand crew. If you need any more info or have any questions you can contact me at LtRock486@spamblock aol.com or you can call me on my cell (any time). This is my cell number 1-(775)-815-3795.
FFT2 Posted 01/24	My name Justin, I am from Littleton Colorado. I have been a wildland firefighter for 9 years and looking for a great place to go. I am willing to travel and relocate. I have my FFT1/ FFT2, FALA,s-130/190, s-290,s-231, s-230,s-217,s-12, s-211. I am working on my ENB task book. If you would like more info on please give me a call at 720-490-1783 or email me at jcsavoie@spamblock comcast.net
FFT1 Posted 01/26	My Name is Charles Haynes, I have my S-130,S-190,S-211,S-212, IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800, IS-804, IS-809, IS-00005. A. I also have Low Angle Rope Rescue Operational , L-180, First Responder, CPR Certified for Adult, Child and Infant, Standard First Aid, Entry level Firefighter Academy (28hrs), Haz Mat Operational. I have 4 years in Wildland Firefighting and 4 1/2 years in Structure Firefighting. I'm available right now, I will work anywhere in the U.S, you can contact me on either my phone or email 775-772-0533 or at fireguy1987@nospamyahoo.com
Rookie Posted 01/26	My name is John George and I live near Portland, Oregon. I have had my s-130/190 for 2 years but haven't been able to go out for a season yet. I'm looking for an entry level position on a crew for the 2012 season and am willing to work hard and travel. I'm in excellent physical condition, have my emt-b and firefighter 1 certifications, and enjoy the outdoors. Contact me anytime on my phone (4027197351) or by email: john.george421@spamblock gmail.com
FFT1 Posted 01/26	My name is Tom Ahmann and I live in Mesa, AZ. I have my EMT-B (state and national registry), HAZMAT, S-130, S-190, I-100, L-180, and am a certified firefighter I & II. 10+ years landscape construction/maintenance in MN and AZ. Bachelor's degree at St. John's University (MN). Willing to travel/relocate anywhere. Physically fit; 6'5" 215lbs. My past work history, strong midwestern work ethic, and physical abilities make me confident I will be an excellent fit in wildland firefighting. Cell: 480-403-1890. Email: tahmann09@spamblock gmail.com
Rookie Posted 01/27	Hi my name is Benjamin Kaufmann and I am nineteen and going to school at Western State College of Colorado in Gunnison. I’m a hard working individual that is in shape and very determined to get my foot in the door to start my career. I am currently a member of the search and rescue team here and I’m just starting my long career as working for the community. I am looking for an entry level job on a hand crew, but will look at any opportunity to get my foot in the door. I live I Colorado but I’m willing to travel anywhere in the U.S. for a job. If nothing else, I would love to even work volunteer for the experience if I can get my housing/living expenses paid for. I have my ICS 100 done and I’m scheduled to take my s130-190 course February 8-12 and will be taking my WFR march 17-25. Please contact me by phone or email at 303 483 1203 or benjamin.kaufmann@spamblockwestern.edu
ICT5 Posted 01/27	Hi, My name is Shawn. Im looking for work in Colorado or surrounding States. Four years wildland experience on Type 2 IA and Helitack. FF1,IC5,Hecum,Abro,B Faller, Helr. Confident sawyer with lots of fuels reduction experience. Also have lots of RX Fire experience. Perfect driving record. 720-621-6460 Any Time

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