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This experience is not mine alone, I know at least four other people who have had the same experiences as me with Chloeta fire. 

I was contacted and asked to work as a line medic. I was given a short list of what I must supply, (ALS kit, AED, 4X4 vehicle) this list was woefully inadequate and did not outline what was required for the ALS kit, and missed several other key items that are necessary to be a line medic (radio, backboard, straps, narcotic medications, fire extinguisher for vehicle, etc).
My supervisor had no idea what was required of a line medic, or what the job entailed, and was not able to help at all when issues arose or when I asked for clarification. 
It took me over a month of pestering people to finally get the contact information for the medical director, but was told that I can not contact her because it would incur a charge, also the "medical director" is not an MD or DO. 
Chloeta fire was not able to provide me any written medical protocols. As any EMT or Paramedic knows, at a bare minimum to practice in the United States, EMS personnel require a medical director and a set of written protocols.
The main reason I left this company was due to the fact that they were not able to provide me with the framework to take care of injured firefighters.

Another key reason that people should avoid working for this company, is due to a bait and switch scenario that they pull on new employees (I've spoken with two other employees who have experienced this as well.).
When deciding which company I wanted to work for as a line medic, a major factor that I looked at was pay, Chloeta Fire promised me a rate that was twice what their competitors were offering, based on this information I bought $1,000s of dollars of equipment and resigned from my previous job to start working with Chloeta. 
After the first fire, when I submitted my time I noticed there were some discrepancies, when I asked about it they told me that they would not honor the rate I was promised and would actually be paying me less than half of what was originally promised. 

Chloeta Fire is extremely untrustworthy and there are a lot of better options out there. 



Working at Chloeta as an environmental technician in the western U.S. has been a fulfilling experience. The company's commitment to environmental stewardship and safety is evident in every aspect of the job. The work culture promotes collaboration and professional growth, fostering a supportive environment for employees.

Chloeta's projects in the western U.S. provide diverse and challenging opportunities, allowing me to expand my skill set and contribute meaningfully to environmental conservation efforts. The team's dedication to maintaining high standards in environmental compliance and restoration has made me proud to be part of such impactful work.

The company's emphasis on work-life balance and employee well-being is commendable. Chloeta recognizes the importance of a healthy work environment, and this positively impacts morale and job satisfaction. The management is approachable, and there is a sense of camaraderie among colleagues, making the workplace enjoyable.

One aspect that stands out is the emphasis on training and professional development. Chloeta invests in its employees, providing resources and opportunities for continuous learning. This commitment has allowed me to stay updated with the latest industry practices and advancements.

Overall, my experience at Chloeta as an environmental technician in the western U.S. has been rewarding. The combination of meaningful projects, a positive work culture, and opportunities for personal and professional growth makes it a great place to build a fulfilling career in environmental conservation.

My experience with Chloeta has been nothing but positive. 

Being a senior manager, I can speak first hand about how much every senior management team member cares for the wellbeing and growth of the employees in which they manage. A common topic of discussion for SMT is how we can continue to create a safe and positive workplace for everyone and how we can be even better moving forward. 

Chloeta has been the recipient of the Best Places to Work in Oklahoma award for multiple years in a row. That award is based on reviews submitted by Chloeta employees, and all employees are encouraged to submit reviews (all fully anonymous). This is a reflection of the people and true culture of Chloeta. 

I enjoy coming to work every day knowing that I am contributing to work much greater than myself. We are experiencing a lot of exciting growth and opportunity. The work we do at Chloeta has a major impact on those we serve, and I am proud to be a part of it. 

Again, I can't speak highly enough of the team that I serve with in senior management. All of whom have a degree in the area in which they lead (some, multiple degrees) and have several years of experience in management. I also believe that we have a great team of employees and middle managers that work very hard to ensure Chloeta remains a great place to work and enjoy working together every day. 

Under government contract they are required to supply their EMT/medics with the appropriate supplies. They lie and tell each employee to supply their own gear (total cost of about $8000 not including any cost towards maintenance, gas, or miles towards your personal vehicle) and they lack any medical director. This means your license is at risk if anything in the Fireline goes wrong- including not having medications within your scope of practice. They keep any Per Diem reimbursement the government pays you after a fire job is done costing you more money to work for them.  Time and time again EMT/medics have arrived in the Fireline without proper gear and being demobed on the spot because they do not properly vet their employees. There are plenty of better companies to work for, stay away from this one before they burn you. 

What I love most about Chloeta is how we work together as a team to accomplish our important mission, and we have a VERY STRONG TEAM.  We come together from many different backgrounds, with a wide range of experiences, and a plethora of impressive credentials.  Most of us (there is, of course, an occasional bad apple) truly care about each other, both professionally and personally, and do whatever we can to support and learn from each other.  

I have worked at places before where there was constant backstabbing, gossiping, and always someone trying to climb over someone else to get to the top.  This is not that kind of place, and the few individuals who act like that, thankfully, don't last long.  

No truly meaningful support from senior management. There was a very clear communication barrier formed between senior management and the rest of the company and it was very hard to do the job because I would learn that senior management decided something last minute without any input from people who were actually doing the work. Which is really rough since senior management consists of some people with zero, actually credible experience (even though they claim they are highly qualified).

The gossip problem at Chloeta is also a very big issue as well. Learned the hard way at Chloeta that you should never attempt to be friends with anyone there because they will take whatever you tell them, change the story to make them look better, and tell everyone else lies. It’s all about self preservation there - no matter what.

Great company to work for. They offer a work experience unlike any other. An experience where they take your professional and self development just as seriously as you do; and they take this more seriously as you work for them longer. At the point of writing this review for them, I am going into my 4th summer with them and I have seen this business expand and became exceedingly more professional and more stable over the years. I would recommend them to anyone that is either looking for a job or looking for a teaming partner in a similar industry.

Everything that glitters isn’t gold in this company. You work hard, are barely recognized and put through the ringer by other employees. You also acrue time off/ sick time at a much slower rate then anyone else in the company. They pay you fairly well, but the lack of sleep, sanity, and constant hazing from other employees will put a damper on all the up sides. The job itself is easy once you get the hang of it, but good luck in the environment. Management is also lacking in professionalism, and allow people to actually sleep on the job, all while penalizing the people who actually work. It’s a very strange work environment. 12 1/2 hr shifts with only a 30 min break. It’ll break the best of anyone good luck. 

Employees are disposable. There is no structured training for new staff - I was there for nearly 2 months before I had access to the tools and files I needed to do my job. Held responsible for contracts that were in place months before my arrival, that were not filled before my arrival. Expectations, responsibilities, and processes change frequently, and staff is not given opportunity to adjust to the changes and are fired. I am relieved to have been fired - going to work everyday wondering if today is the day you will be fired is too much. Employees walk on eggshells. The CEO fires people seemingly on a whim.

As a retired Forest Service fire and aviation management employee, Chloeta was a seamless transition b/f finally retiring for good. The wildfire mitigation mission is unique. Its not the Forest Service or Cal Fire, but if you want to travel a lot and do meaningful prevention work in wildland fire, this is a good starting point in your career or a great place for DOI/FS agency fire retirees to go.  

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Certified medical assistant 9 salaries reported	$23.23 per hour
Registered nurse 6 salaries reported	$56.25 per hour
Physical therapist 8 salaries reported	$2,107 per week
Project manager 1 salary reported	$21.97 per hour
Medical receptionist 2 salaries reported	$23.00 per hour

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