A two-day Wildland Firefighting Career Exploration event is planned for January 8th and 9th, at the Business and Career Network, 1616 Chestnut Street, in Susanville.
- The Forest Service and Cal-Fire are seeking Temporary Wildland Firefighters and Support Staff positions.
- Jobs are open to U.S. Citizens, 18 years or older
- Wildland firefighters can be members of an engine crew, hotshot crew, helicopter crew, or an organized hand crew. Crews often travel to other states in support of fire management throughout the United States.
- Numerous positions nationwide. Recruitment questions can be answered on-site.
- Positions last approximately 6 months and begin in the spring.
- Salaries vary depending on agency, position, location and applicant’s experience. Locations are based in the Susanville, Chester, Fall River Mills, Big Valley and Alturas areas.
Interested job seekers are invited to attend one of the following dates and times:
- Tuesday, January 8, 9am – 12pm or 1pm – 4pm
- Wednesday, January 9, 9am – 12pm or 1pm – 4pm
CalFire and U.S. Forest Service personnel will discuss fire and other career opportunities, as well as answer questions about what it takes to join the firefighting teams. The on-line application process will be explained at each session and all interested persons are encouraged to apply.
Come and find out if you have what it takes to be a part of a team!
The Business and Career Network is available to help with the online application process. For more information and job-seeking assistance, please call 530-257-5057 or visit the Career Network at 1616 Chestnut Street. Their computer lab is open Monday through Friday from 8am – 4:45pm.
Check out the flyer for this event!
