The U.S. Wildland Fire Service is direct-hiring one suppression module squad leader in Miles City, Montana at GW-5, GW-6 or GW-7, with promotion potential to GW-7. The squad leader directs a small group of firefighters building line, burning out, mopping up and patrolling, chooses and carries out tactics, and keeps crew and equipment ready for initial attack. Applicants need at least a year of fireline experience at the next lower grade, and at GW-6 and GW-7 the job requires meeting interagency senior firefighter training standards. Work happens in steep, rough terrain, heavy smoke and summer heat often over 100 degrees. It is a permanent career-seasonal job with full benefits, though not guaranteed year-round. Pay is listed as $52,957 to $81,343 a year. Apply on USAJOBS by 10/27/2026.
| Pay | $52,957 to $81,343 per year |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Seasonal |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Miles City, Montana |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Filled Oct 28, 2026 |
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