Wildland Firefighter

The South Carolina Forestry Commission is hiring a Wildland Firefighter in Varnville, SC. The role involves fire protection duties, including prevention and suppression, operating heavy equipment, and performing maintenance on fire suppression tools. The firefighter will respond to forest fires, assist with forestry operations, and complete fire reports. The job is full-time, with a salary range of $33,793–$35,482 per year, and no degree is required.
Under direct supervision, performs fire protection duties including fire prevention and suppression, but not exclusively with complex heavy mechanized equipment; performs operator maintenance necessary to maintain fire suppression equipment in a state of readiness; performs various forestry services including firebreaks, prescribed burns, and water bar construction and assists in other forestry operations. Responds to forest fire calls as required by the readiness plan. Performs forest fire suppression duties utilizing bulldozer tractor, handline tools, and water handling equipment. Assists with fire prevention efforts. Determines cause/origin of wildland fires to complete fire reports. Performs operator preventive maintenance on all assigned equipment and maintains equipment in a state of readiness; exercises equipment in accordance with SCFC policy and procedures. Performs maintenance and construction duties at Forestry Commission facilities. Performs forestry servic...