Lead firefighter jobs on Forest Service hotshot and hand crews at more than 100 stations in Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Utah, Washington, Nevada and Alaska. Leads run a module of three or more firefighters, build handline, handle ignition and holding on prescribed burns, size up new starts, and run and maintain chainsaws. Firefighter Type 1 and the intermediate wildland fire behavior course are required, and passing the arduous work capacity test is a condition of employment. Tours guarantee at least 13 full-time pay periods, and government housing may be available at some stations. Apply through USAJOBS by September 22, 2026.
| Pay | $52,957–$74,970/yr (GW 5-6) |
|---|---|
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Prineville, Oregon |
| Job type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 13, 2026 |
| Apply by | Sep 22, 2026 |
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