Opportunity summary
Term length
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2/24/2025 - 10/23/2025
Application window
10/30/2024 - 2/21/2025
Location
Helena or Bozeman, Montana
Hourly pay equivalent
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$17.00
Project summary
Participants will have the opportunity to receive extensive training and potential certifications in wildland firefighting, including a nationally recognized chainsaw certification (S212), basic wildland firefighting classes, in addition to having an opportunity to receive a wildland fire incident qualification red card. Work will primarily consist of wildland fuels mitigation projects, a high proportion of chainsaw use, fireline construction and other forest health monitoring activities.
Opportunity description
As a Crew Leader, you will work to oversee adult crew members on overnight conservation projects. Crews will camp for the full duration of a hitch (4-9 day project assignment), oftentimes in remote locations on varied terrain and in all weather conditions. This crew will work throughout the forest service and other agencies. Work will primarily consist of wildland fuels mitigation projects, a high proportion of chainsaw use, fireline construction and other forest health monitoring activities.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Workforce credential or certificate
- Federal noncompetitive hiring authority
- Healthcare
- Mental and behavioral health benefits
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
High school degree; GED; Ages 18-35 (21 or over preferred); US Citizen, National or lawful permanent resident; Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check; Ability to hike 3-20 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools; Effective written and oral communication skills; Commitment to completing term; Available for duration of entire term.
Preferred qualifications
Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check; 21 years old on the start date of the program.