Apply for a position on the crew:
The Boulder Mountain Wildfire Crew has currently completed hiring for the 2024 season. However, we are continuing to accept applications for our reserve list in case of future openings. Applicants need to apply on our website below. The position requires a hire to be well motivated, responsible, and hard working. Daily tasks include the use of chainsaws, brush chippers, weed whackers and other wildfire mitigation equipment. Crew members may respond to a variety of emergency incidents within Boulder Mountain Fire’s district boundaries. Opportunities also exist for wildfire deployments nationally. Boulder Mountain Fire has a progressive and robust compensation procedure for crew members who participate in wildfire dispatch. Crew members may be asked to deploy on a variety of different resources including: engines, handcrews, or modules.
The Boulder Mountain Wildfire Crew typically works Monday through Thursday for 10 hours a day including a paid lunch break. Our seasonal members usually work from April through September. The crew works on a variety of mitigation projects including individual homeowner sites as well as large scale fuel breaks. A daily physical training regiment is included in the work day, and a gym membership is provided to employees during the season. Additionally, paid training opportunities exist throughout the season for crew members. Wages are determined based on applicant's experience and qualifications.
Wildfire Crew Member:
Compensation: $19/hour - $22/hour dependent on experience and qualifications.
Recommended Qualifications: Wildland Firefighter Type 2 (S-130/190), Chainsaw Faller 3 (FAL3), current CPR.