Wildland Firefighter / Ranger (Oglethorpe/Clarke/Oconee)

About the role

The Georgia Forestry Commission is seeking motivated individuals to join its elite wildland firefighting team. This position is based in the Oglethorpe/Clarke County unit and involves protecting Georgia's forest resources through fire suppression and prevention activities.

Key responsibilities

• Control and extinguish wildland fires using manual and powered equipment, including fire engines and hoselays.
• Operate commercial class transport and medium‑to‑heavy duty crawler tractors for fire suppression and construction of fire breaks.
• Maintain buildings, grounds, and firefighting equipment, and prepare related reports.
• Inspect property for compliance with fire safety regulations and conduct fire prevention campaigns.

Required profile

• Must reside or relocate within 45 minutes of the Crawford work location.
• Two years of experience at Ranger 2 level or equivalent and a valid Fire Fighter Type 1 certification.
• Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 12 weeks of hire and pass annual physical fitness tests.

Required skills

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or learner’s permit.
• Fire Fighter Type 1 certification.
• Operation of heavy firefighting equipment and medium‑to‑heavy duty crawler tractors.