JOB Description Senior Wildland Firefighter:
Cedar Mountain Fire Rescue Wildland is offering a seasonal full time position for a Senior Firefighter for the 2026 fire season. A qualified individual needs to possess a valid drivers license and meet NWCG requirements of Firefighter Type 1, Incident Commander Type 5, and Faller Type 3, (Faller Type 2 Preferred). Completed task books required. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. The selected candidate will be available through the western fire season and may be available year round, on a Call When Needed basis. The candidate will serve as a Senior Firefighter on Type 3 and Type 6 engines responding to incidents locally and nationally, as well as perform fuels mitigation work as a member of a Fuels/Suppression Module. This position may also respond in a support capacity to All Hazard Incidents including structure and vehicle fires, traffic collisions, medical aid, search and rescue and other natural disasters. Daily physical and technical training will also be required when not assigned to an incident. The individual will maintain personal physical fitness and encourage others along with building and maintaining crew cohesion. Preference will be given to seasons of experience, Faller Type 2 and NREMTB qualifications.
JOB Description Seasonal Wildland Firefighter:
Cedar Mountain Fire Rescue Wildland is offering full time seasonal positions for the 2026 fire season. A valid drivers license is required, training will be provided to selected candidates. Must be able to pass the NWCG Arduous work capacity test, information here Physical Requirements and Work Capacity Tests | U.S. Department of the Interior. Candidates must be able to pass a background check and drug screen. Must be at least 18 years old at time of hire. Selected candidates will be available through the western fire season and may be available year round, on a Call when needed basis. Selected individuals will serve as crew members on Type 3 and Type 6 engines responding to incidents locally and nationally, as well as perform fuels work as a member of a Fuels/Suppression Module. This position may also respond in a support capacity to All Hazard Incidents including structure and vehicle fires, traffic collisions, medical aid, search and rescue and other natural disasters. Daily physical and technical training will be required when not assigned to an incident.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Suzy Polnisch at 435-682-3225.
Notice of Electronic or Telephone Participation
One or more members of the Cedar Mountain Service District may participate electronically or telephonically.
Other Information
CMSD Board Members: All board members may be contacted through the Cedar Mountain Service District at Station #1 located at HC 82 Box 1084, 3620 N Mammoth Creek Road, Duck Creek Village, Utah 84762. You may also call the fire station at: 435 682-3225 or visit our website.