Seasonal State Firefighter I - Amherst Summer Recall 2026
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Pittsfield, MA, United States
Position Information
Start Date: 3/22/2026
End Date: 10/31/2026
Biweekly salary: $1,774.17
Number of vacancies: 1
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.
The short‑term positions are not part of the salary scale advertised in this posting. Should this position revert to a short‑term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
Functions Performed
Operate agency fire towers to detect and locate local wildland fire ignitions using binoculars, spotting scopes, alidade and compass, topographic maps, and provide communications to state and local resources by telephone and radio system.
Assist in suppression of wildland fires as directed by a higher‑level Firefighter, implementing assigned tactics and direction through the use of standard wildland firefighting techniques and standard tools such as wildland fire engines, hoses, nozzles, bladder bags, hand tools, personal protective clothing, GPS, and mapping technology.
Assist with non‑fire related field assignments such as trail maintenance, access road maintenance, and other related projects under the direction of supervising agency staff using hand tools, power saws, light mowers, brush saws or other related tools as needed.
Assist with Fire Prevention Programs (e.g., Smokey Bear) by providing information to the public on fire protection and prevention.
Gather and record weather data to assist higher‑grade Firefighters in calculating daily fire ratings.
Maintain assigned area by constructing fire roads, maintaining fire roads and towers, and keeping fire roads and power lines clear for unobstructed access to emergency sites. Keep work areas (e.g., headquarters, garage, fire tower) clean and painted.
Obtain all certifications, licenses, training, government authorizations or approvals required by applicable law or agency policy to perform the duties stated herein.
Key Accountabilities
Detect and communicate fire location from fire towers according to established state, agency, and local protocol.
Make reasonable adjustments to assignments based on personal safety.
Relationships with Others
Key contacts and relationships for incumbents include landowners, logging companies, local and auxiliary fire department personnel, forest wardens, federal, state and local law enforcement, federal, state, and agency personnel, and the general public.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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Start Date: 3/22/2026
End Date: 10/31/2026
Biweekly salary: $1,774.17
Number of vacancies: 1
Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.
The short‑term positions are not part of the salary scale advertised in this posting. Should this position revert to a short‑term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.
Functions Performed
Operate agency fire towers to detect and locate local wildland fire ignitions using binoculars, spotting scopes, alidade and compass, topographic maps, and provide communications to state and local resources by telephone and radio system.
Assist in suppression of wildland fires as directed by a higher‑level Firefighter, implementing assigned tactics and direction through the use of standard wildland firefighting techniques and standard tools such as wildland fire engines, hoses, nozzles, bladder bags, hand tools, personal protective clothing, GPS, and mapping technology.
Assist with non‑fire related field assignments such as trail maintenance, access road maintenance, and other related projects under the direction of supervising agency staff using hand tools, power saws, light mowers, brush saws or other related tools as needed.
Assist with Fire Prevention Programs (e.g., Smokey Bear) by providing information to the public on fire protection and prevention.
Gather and record weather data to assist higher‑grade Firefighters in calculating daily fire ratings.
Maintain assigned area by constructing fire roads, maintaining fire roads and towers, and keeping fire roads and power lines clear for unobstructed access to emergency sites. Keep work areas (e.g., headquarters, garage, fire tower) clean and painted.
Obtain all certifications, licenses, training, government authorizations or approvals required by applicable law or agency policy to perform the duties stated herein.
Key Accountabilities
Detect and communicate fire location from fire towers according to established state, agency, and local protocol.
Make reasonable adjustments to assignments based on personal safety.
Relationships with Others
Key contacts and relationships for incumbents include landowners, logging companies, local and auxiliary fire department personnel, forest wardens, federal, state and local law enforcement, federal, state, and agency personnel, and the general public.
Qualifications
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Minimum Entrance Requirements
Possess a current and valid motor vehicle driver's license at a class level specific to assignment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity / Affiantive Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.
Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self‑select out of opportunities if they do not meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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