Lead Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Crew)

Quick Facts

• Hiring Agency: Office of the Secretary of the Interior
• Department: Department of the Interior
• Location: Battle Mountain, Nevada
• Salary: $67617 – $87899/yr
• Hiring Path: Fed Transition
• Number of Openings: 1
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Security Clearance: Not Required
• Date Posted: 2026-09-15
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-21

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Job Summary

This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority This Lead Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Crew) position is with the US Wildland Fire Service, GW-0456-8 working in the following location(s): Battle Mountain, Nevada Permanent seasonal appointments are permanent positions and include the same benefits as Career appointments, but do not provide work on a year-round basis.

Key Responsibilities

As a Lead Wildland Firefighter (Fuels Crew) your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Leads three or more regularly assigned firefighters and may provide situational leadership for additional firefighters based on the fire assignments or fuels management projects. Distribute and balance the workload among the firefighters and assure timely accomplishment of the assigned tasks.

Applies an understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area, weather, fuels, and training in fire management. Operates, moves, inspects, and performs preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment to include crew carriers, fire engines, command vehicles, pickups, and other specialized equipment.

Directs the operation and use of special tools and equipment such as, but not limited to power saws, portable pumps, firing devices, and communication equipment.

Requirements & Education

IMPORTANT - PLEASE NOTE: There is not an option to qualify for the 0456 series utilizing education at the GW-08 level.

Contact

joseph_bronson@ios.doi.gov · 775-861-6679

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Department of the Interior.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $67617 – $87899/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-21.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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