The U.S. Wildland Fire Service is direct-hiring one squad boss for a veteran hand crew based in Placerville, California, at GW-6 with promotion to GW-7. The squad boss leads a small team building fireline, burning out, mopping up and patrolling, may run specialized firing equipment, and recommends and carries out tactics on assignments. Qualifying at GW-6 takes a year of senior firefighter experience on a crew or module at the GW-5 level, and the interagency training requirements for GW-7 must be met before promotion. The posting describes work in steep forest, brush and desert terrain with heavy smoke and heat. This is a permanent full-time position. Pay is listed as $63,926 to $90,168 a year. Apply on USAJOBS by 10/29/2026.
| Pay | $63,926 to $90,168 per year |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Location | Placerville, California |
| Job Type | Wildland Firefighter |
| Posted | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Apply By | Oct 29, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on USAJOBS announcement 888997700, checked Oct 19. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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