Senior firefighter jobs with the Forest Service at more than 200 duty stations, led by Colorado and followed by Arizona, New Mexico, Arkansas, Michigan, Virginia and the Southeast. Senior firefighters work on engines, hand crews or helitack and can run a squad of three to five people on small and large fires, cutting line, operating pumps and handling helicopter cargo. The announcement lists Firefighter Type 1 and the S-290 fire behavior course as selective factors, along with prior crew experience, and you must pass the arduous work capacity test. Tours guarantee at least 13 pay periods of full-time work, and government housing may be available. Apply on USAJOBS by September 22, 2026.
| Pay | $48,424–$68,844/yr (GW 4-5) |
|---|---|
| Employment type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Gunnison, Colorado |
| Job type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Sep 13, 2026 |
| Apply by | Sep 22, 2026 |
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