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WDS is capable of providing more than 180 wildland engines and hundreds of fire and support personnel and has served large and small insurance clients since 2008.\n\nWE'RE HIRING FOR THE 2026 FIRE SEASON!\nOur firefighters are the heartbeat of our company, and we make it a priority to take care of you and your family. As an employer of choice our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive, and inclusive work environment that fosters personal leadership, career growth, and development for every employee. Join our team and together we will make a difference that changes the world of wildfire.\n\nBy Joining Wildfire Defense Systems\n\nYou will be a part of the largest expansion of wildfire services currently occurring\n\nYou will play an active part in shaping your career journey through our unique Grade and Step system\n\nYou will help provide wildfire services across 22 states and Canada\n\nYou are guaranteed a 13/13 or 10/16 schedule\n\nFIREFIGHTER TYPE 1\nThe 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 FFT1 level and reports to a Single Resource Boss or other assigned supervisor. The FFT1 works in the Operations Section.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nIntroduction to ICS (ICS-100)\n\nHuman Factors in the Wildland Fire Service (L-180)\n\nFirefighter Training (S-130 – Field Day Required)\n\nIntroduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190)\n\nNIMS: An Introduction (IS-700)\n\nWildland Fire Safety Training Annual Refresher (WFSTAR) (RT-130)\n\nFirefighter Type 1 (S-131)\n\nCompletion and Certification of NWCG Firefighter Type 1 (FFT1) Position Task Book (PMS 311-14)\n\nAbility 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)\n\nEmployees must be 21 years of age or older.\n\nDOT Medical Examiner’s Certification (will be authorized by employer for qualified individuals)\n\nCurrent driver’s license with acceptable driving record\n\nWhat Wds Provides To Field Employees\n\nCareer full‑time seasonal positions, career full‑time annual positions\n\nFull NWCG compliant engines and tenders\n\nAbility to maintain and advance NWCG qualifications\n\nTask books can transfer to future career positions\n\nDaily diversity of tasks\n\nWork center‑based locations when not deployed on fire assignments or on‑call assignments\n\nCareer advancement from FFT2‑FFT1‑ENGB‑TFLD\n\nCompetitive wages exceeding federal standards\n\nOvertime opportunities\n\nWhat Benefits Are Provided To Eligible Firefighters\n\nMedical, dental, & vision insurance\n\nHealth savings account\n\nAccess to Teladoc\n\nPaid time off plus 48 hours of sick leave per year\n\n9 paid company holidays\n\n401(k)\n\nWDS contributes 3% to a Safe Harbor retirement plan with no employee match required\n\nCompany paid life insurance (\\$300K for Field Operations Employees)\n\nCompany paid AD&D (\\$300K for Field Operations Employees)\n\nCompany paid short‑term and long‑term disability\n\nVoluntary life & accident insurance\n\nEmployee assistance and wellness programs\n\nEmployee discounts through Life Mart and Expert Voice\n\nThe Pay Range For This Role Is\n29.63 - 37.55 USD per hour (Post Falls, ID)\n\nEqual Employment Opportunity\nWildfire Defense Systems, Inc. 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.\n\n21 Years of Age Requirement\nFederal Law under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) requires drivers of Commercial Motor Vehicles engaged in interstate commerce to be at least 21 years of age. 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(\"WDS\") is a Qualified Insurance Resource (QIR) operating the largest private sector wildfire service in the nation, encompassing a 22-state service area and specializing in wildfire education, loss prevention, and wildfire response services. WDS holds contracts with insurance companies to provide wildfire loss prevention services and fields experienced, highly trained wildfire officers and personnel holding a wide range of Federal Wildfire Incident Command position classifications necessary to meet or exceed all federal wildfire operation standards and codes, including all requirements of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) or equivalent. WDS is capable of providing more than 180 wildland engines and hundreds of fire and support personnel and has served large and small insurance clients since 2008.\n\nWE'RE HIRING FOR THE 2026 FIRE SEASON!\nOur firefighters are the heartbeat of our company, and we make it a priority to take care of you and your family. As an employer of choice our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive, and inclusive work environment that fosters personal leadership, career growth, and development for every employee. Join our team and together we will make a difference that changes the world of wildfire.\n\nBy Joining Wildfire Defense Systems\n\nYou will be a part of the largest expansion of wildfire services currently occurring\n\nYou will play an active part in shaping your career journey through our unique Grade and Step system\n\nYou will help provide wildfire services across 22 states and Canada\n\nYou are guaranteed a 13/13 or 10/16 schedule\n\nFIREFIGHTER TYPE 1\nThe 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 FFT1 level and reports to a Single Resource Boss or other assigned supervisor. 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