Position Overview

Bison Ridge Fire LLC is seeking qualified Engine Driver / Operators at the Firefighter II (FFT2) or Firefighter I (FFT1) level to support Type 3 and Type 6 engine operations on state and federal incidents. This position requires strong driving skills, mechanical awareness, and the ability to safely operate apparatus under emergency and off-road conditions.

Driver/Operators are critical to engine safety, pump operations, and crew mobility and are expected to perform both driving and fireline duties.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate Type 3 and Type 6 wildland fire engines

• Perform daily apparatus inspections, fluid checks, and preventative maintenance

• Operate pumps, valves, foam systems, and hose deployments

• Support mobile attack, structure protection, and progressive hose lays

• Navigate narrow roads, steep terrain, and off-highway environments

• Assist with fireline construction, mop-up, and suppression activities

• Maintain accountability, communications, and situational awareness

• Ensure engine cleanliness, readiness, and mechanical reliability

• Follow all ICS, agency, and company safety standards

  
  

Required Qualifications (Minimum)

• Class (B or A) License DOT medical card Air brakes and Tanker endorsement Clean Driving Record FFT2 or FFT1 (qualified or task book initiated/complete)

• RT-130 (current)

• Arduous Pack Test (current)

• S-130 / S-190

• ICS-100 / ICS-200

• Valid driver’s license

• Ability to pass background check

• Prior wildland firefighting experience required

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Engine experience (Type 3 and/or Type 6)

• S-212 (Chainsaw)

• Pump operations and foam system experience

• EMT or higher medical certification

• Experience on state and federal incidents

Physical & Work Requirements

• Meet NWCG Arduous fitness standards

• Operate apparatus for extended periods in dynamic environments

• Perform physically demanding fireline tasks

• Work 16+ hour operational shifts

• Live and work in fire camp or spike camp settings

  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive seasonal pay based on qualification level (FFT2 or FFT1)

• Overtime and hazard pay when applicable

• Mobilization pay on qualifying assignments

• Opportunity for advancement to Engine Boss (ENGB) or Captain

  
  

Employment Type

• Seasonal / On-Call

• Deployments based on fire activity and contract needs

• No guaranteed minimum hours