Salary: $17.50-$24.00/ hour
Benefits: PERS Eligible
Status: Non-represented, Full Time, Seasonal

Closing: First round of application reviews February 6, 2026, Second round of reviews February 27, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:
The crew member performs assignments as an entry level wildland firefighting crew member in developing a working knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management techniques, practices, and terminology. These members may assist in more specialized assignments such as structural firefighting, rescue operations, emergency medical operations and others. Training opportunities will be available for specialized assignments. This is a full-time, seasonal position. This position is considered a seasonal non-bargaining unit position. 

Minimum Qualifications:

Documentation required:

• High School diploma/ GED/ or equivalent

• Successful applicants will be required to take and pass the physical fitness Work Capacity Test at the arduous level
• Valid Driver’s license at time of hire
• Must pass criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to obtain passport

Desired Qualifications:

• Prior Firefighting experience in wildland and/or structural fire

• Wildland Firefighter Type 2
• Wildland hand crew experience
• Forestry/logging experience or other experience with hand and power tools

Applications are available at:

• Email to cwhitfield@sweethomefire.org
• The business office at 1099 Long St. in Sweet Home, 97386
• Or by calling 541-367-5882 from 8am to 5pm weekdays.
• Download Application Here

This application and hiring process will remain open through February 27, 2026

Testing Process and Schedule:

• First round of interviews is set for the week of February 16, 2026. Second round is scheduled for the week of March 9, 2026. 
• Chiefs interview TBA
• Arduous Level Physical Fitness Work Capacity Test; TBA
• Start date April 6, 2026