Top 5 Firefighters Jobs in Montana

Engine Crew Boss- Type 6
Caye Wildfire Services —Polson, MT
- $700 - $900 a day
- Temporary
- Vital signs
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
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Previously Trained and Certified Wildland Firefighter Missoula MT 2026 Season
Grayback Forestry —Missoula, MT
- $17.75 - $28.73 an hour
- Seasonal
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- US work authorization
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Wildland fire hand crew
406 Wildland crew —Billings, MT
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- CDL
- First Aid Certification
- Relocation assistance
- Employee assistance program
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Evergreen Fire Rescue —Kalispell, MT
- $73,000 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Driving
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Deputy Fire Warden / Deputy DES
Custer County —Miles City, MT
- $26.75 - $30.10 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Engine Crew Boss- Type 6

Caye Wildfire Services
Polson, MT

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Job Details

Temporary
$700 - $900 a day
7 hours ago

Qualifications

Participating in emergency response calls as a firefighter
Life-saving equipment checks
Vital signs
Environmental protection
Heavy lifting
Incident management
Environmental protection hazardous materials response
Aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF)
Aircraft incident emergency response
Chainsaw
Fire apparatus operation
Mid-level
Personal protective equipment (PPE) adherence
Basic life support (BLS) training instruction
EMT experience
Incident management operations support
Emergency medicine
Equipment maintenance
Technical skills instruction
NFPA standards
Firefighting specialized equipment operation
Aircraft firefighting response
Confined space entry safety procedures
Crew management
Commercial driving
Forestry firefighting
Managing fire safety teams
Patient emergency assistance
Communication skills
Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Engine Crew Boss - Type 6 plays a vital leadership role in wildfire suppression and emergency response operations. This position involves overseeing a specialized firefighting crew responsible for rapid deployment, fire suppression, hazardous materials incident response, and environmental protection efforts. As a key team leader, you will coordinate crew activities, ensure safety protocols are followed, and operate essential firefighting equipment. Your expertise will help protect communities, natural resources, and property during wildfire events and other emergency incidents. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to lead dynamic teams in high-stakes environments while developing advanced firefighting skills.

Duties

Lead and supervise a Type 6 engine crew during wildfire suppression, hazardous materials incidents, and emergency responses.
Operate fire apparatus and specialized firefighting equipment safely and efficiently to contain fires and manage hazardous materials.
Coordinate crew activities in accordance with incident command protocols, ensuring effective communication and safety compliance.
Conduct fire suppression operations including fire line construction, backburning, and mop-up activities.
Participate in emergency response calls such as medical emergencies, confined space rescues, aircraft rescue firefighting (ARFF), and forest fire management.
Implement HAZMAT protocols for hazardous materials incidents, ensuring environmental protection and personnel safety.
Maintain all firefighting gear, personal protective equipment (PPE), and mechanical tools in optimal condition for rapid deployment.
Support training initiatives to enhance crew skills in first aid, CPR, basic life support, respiratory protection, NFPA standards compliance, and incident command procedures.

Skills

Proven experience with EMT responsibilities including first aid, CPR, vital signs assessment, and emergency medicine procedures.
Strong knowledge of HAZMAT protocols and hazardous materials incident response techniques.
Skilled in operating firefighting specialized equipment such as pumps, hoses, chainsaws, and other heavy machinery used in fire suppression.
Ability to perform fire safety assessments and implement environmental protection measures during wildfire events.
Experience with fire apparatus operation and commercial driving requirements for emergency vehicles.
Familiarity with confined space rescue operations and the use of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Demonstrated ability to participate effectively in emergency response calls involving medical emergencies or hazardous situations.
Mechanical knowledge for maintaining firefighting tools and equipment; capable of heavy lifting when necessary.
Strong understanding of NFPA standards related to firefighting safety and procedures.
Excellent communication skills to coordinate with incident command teams and team members under high-pressure conditions.

This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to make a difference through leadership in wildfire management while advancing their technical firefighting expertise in a fast-paced environment!

Pay: $700.00 - $900.00 per day

Work Location: On the road

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