Wildland Fire & Resource Technician Flex ; PCN

Wildland Fire & Resource Technician Flex 1-2-3 (PCN 10-9670)

Position by the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection in Soldotna, Alaska. Applicants of any background are welcome. This is a permanent seasonal position staffed 7 months each year to provide initial attack wildfire suppression. The role may include additional fuels mitigation work outside of fire season.

• Fire suppression, fire prevention, hazardous fuel reduction.
• Use of hand and power tools; prepare and maintain fire gear and equipment.
• Station and facility maintenance; other duties as assigned.
• Perform strenuous outdoor work in dynamic, challenging conditions.

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Red Card qualification under the National Incident Qualification System, or equivalent.
• Work Capacity Test passed at the "Arduous" level.
• Valid Alaska driver's license; non-licensed applicants may be considered with offer conditional on acquiring a license.
• Availability for travel, recall, and standby during fire season; ability to fly or handle hazardous materials.

• Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 1 – start $24.21 per hour.
• Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 2 – start $27.25 per hour; six months trainee or entry‑level experience, plus Red Card.
• Wildland Fire & Resource Technician 3 – start $30.80 per hour; twelve months experience, at least six at developmental level, plus Red Card.

The WFRT 1/2/3 is a permanent seasonal employee with competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement, and vacation. Work is physically demanding, requiring a pack test, and involves long hours, travel, and extended periods away from home.

• Current Red Card or master record.
• Two professional references.
• Driver’s license.
• Two most recent performance evaluations or letters of reference.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Robert Green, Assistant Fire Management Officer
Email: robert.green
Phone:

For more details or to apply, submit through the Workplace Alaska website or a paper application by the closing date. Supplemental questions assess proficiency in teamwork, stress tolerance, public service motivation, communication, integrity, and honesty.

Hiring is flexibly staffed; the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s eligibility.