Firefighter Type 1

We currently have positions open for the 2022 season in the following Regional Coordination Centers:

Salem, OR; Sisters, OR; Phoenix, AZ; Redding, CA

Pay Ranges

The Firefighter Type 1 may lead a small group (usually not more than five members) and is responsible for their safety on wildland and dedicated service. The FFT1 supervises resources at the FFT2 level and reports to a Single Resource Boss or other assigned supervisor. The FFT1 works in the Operations Section.

Required Qualifications

• Introduction to ICS (ICS-100)
• Human Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)
• Firefighter Training (S-130 – Field Day Required)
• Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)
• NIMS: An Introduction (IS-700)
• Wildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) (RT-130)
• Firefighter Type 1 (S-131)
• Completion and Certification of NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Position Task Book (PMS 311-14)
• Ability to pass a WCT (Work Capacity Test/Pack Test) at Arduous Level (Complete a 3 mile walk wearing a 45 pound pack in less than 45 minutes)
• Employees must be 18 years of age or older.

WHAT GFP PROVIDES TO FIELD EMPLOYEES

• Full NWCG compliant Engines and Tenders
• Ability to Maintain and Advance NWCG qualifications
• Task Books Can Transfer to Future Career Positions
• Career Advancement from FF2-FF1-ICT5-CRWB/ENGB
• Competitive Wages Exceeding Federal Standards
• Overtime Opportunities

WHAT BENEFITS ARE PROVIDED TO ELIGIBLE FIREFIGHTERS:

• 10-Paid Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs
• Employee discounts through Life Mart and Expert Voice

GFP Enterprises LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.