Wildland Firefighter

Capstone Fire Management
Escondido, California 92025 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Fire and EMS
  • Summary

    Wildland Firefighter

    A Wildland Firefighter participates in activities including fire suppression. A Wildland Firefighter reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.

    Responsibilities/Duties:

    • A Wildland Firefighter – Are Contracted Fire Resources. Essential duties are to provide Public Utility Companies with a safe environment in which to work. This is accomplished by delivering fire watch and extinguishment, EMS, fire weather updates, safety briefings along with other duties as needed.
    • Travel is required for this position.
    • A typical shift is from 6:00am to 4:00pm but 12+ hour shifts are common. Red Flag Warning periods may require you to work up to a 72-hour shift.
    • Participate in drills and training programs.
    • Provide information to the customer and participate in customer relations events.
    • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends during fire season
    • Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.
    • Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • High School diploma or GED
    • Current CPR/AED certification
    • Valid driver license with good driving record
    • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.
    • Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.
    • Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.
    • Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
    • Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.
    • Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.

    Fire Fighter position required certifications :

    • FFT2 OR the following certifications:
    • ICS 100
    • IS 700
    • S-130- hands on portion offered during Capstone Academy if needed to obtain
    • S-190
    • L-180
    • RT-130

    Desired Certs :

    • FFT1
    • ICS 200
    • IS800
    • S-131
    • S-230/231
    • Q0426
    • Hazmat
    • Confine space tech
    • EMT
    • Driver Operator 1A /1B – accepted are: DOD, IFSAC, ENOP
    • Weap
    • *Any Wildland Fire or Rescue Certifications and or your red card.
    • *Current year RT-130 if complete - will complete in academy if needed.
  • Job Description

    Wildland Firefighter

    A Wildland Firefighter participates in activities including fire suppression. A Wildland Firefighter reports to, and provides assistance to, a Wildland Fire Captain. In the absence of a Wildland Fire Captain, the Firefighter shall report directly to the Battalion Chief.

    Responsibilities/Duties:

    • A Wildland Firefighter – Are Contracted Fire Resources. Essential duties are to provide Public Utility Companies with a safe environment in which to work. This is accomplished by delivering fire watch and extinguishment, EMS, fire weather updates, safety briefings along with other duties as needed.
    • Travel is required for this position.
    • A typical shift is from 6:00am to 4:00pm but 12+ hour shifts are common. Red Flag Warning periods may require you to work up to a 72-hour shift.
    • Participate in drills and training programs.
    • Provide information to the customer and participate in customer relations events.
    • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends during fire season
    • Operate company vehicles in a safe manner.
    • Operate tools and equipment in a safe manner.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • High School diploma or GED
    • Current CPR/AED certification
    • Valid driver license with good driving record
    • Able to work any shift assigned, including nights, holidays, and weekends. Insurance division members may be assigned to an incident for 14 -21 days.
    • Ability to pass a work capacity test conducted during the initial onboarding process.
    • Proficient in the use of a computer, Ipad, etc., including systems such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other platforms for routine business use.
    • Knowledgeable in current wildland firefighting practices and procedures, particularly in the wildland urban interface (WUI) environment.
    • Prior wildland firefighting experience (USFS, BLM, Cal Fire, etc.) desired.
    • Advanced first aid and/or EMT desired.

    Fire Fighter position required certifications :

    • FFT2 OR the following certifications:
    • ICS 100
    • IS 700
    • S-130- hands on portion offered during Capstone Academy if needed to obtain
    • S-190
    • L-180
    • RT-130

    Desired Certs :

    • FFT1
    • ICS 200
    • IS800
    • S-131
    • S-230/231
    • Q0426
    • Hazmat
    • Confine space tech
    • EMT
    • Driver Operator 1A /1B – accepted are: DOD, IFSAC, ENOP
    • Weap
    • *Any Wildland Fire or Rescue Certifications and or your red card.
    • *Current year RT-130 if complete - will complete in academy if needed.
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