The entry rank on Colorado’s state wildland fire force, working year-round out of the Montrose helibase on a Type 1 S-70M FireHawk helicopter module. The crewmember functions at minimum as an NWCG Firefighter Type 2 and may rotate onto engines, squads or hand crews as needed. Daily work covers initial attack on wildfires plus prescribed burning, hazardous fuels reduction and resource management projects. Tasks named in the announcement include cutting line with hand tools, running chainsaws, structure protection, mop-up and patrol, assisting ignition operations, running pumps and hose lays, packing gear and maintaining tools. Crews may also be assigned to search and rescue and other all-hazard responses. Applications are restricted to current Colorado residents.
| Pay | $58,068.00 – $69,564.00 Annually |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Entry level, no experience required |
| Location | Montrose, Colorado |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Apply By | Filled Oct 6, 2026 |
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