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Seasonal Helicopter Crewmember 2026-01271

State of Wyoming • Glenrock, WY • 1d ago

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Seasonal Helicopter Crewmember 2026-01271

Salary

$18.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Location

Glenrock, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2026-01271

Department

Office of State Lands & Investments

Division

Office of State Lands & Investments

Opening Date

05/07/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ATTP99

Description

Benefits

Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of State Lands and Investments, Wyoming State Forestry Division (WSFD) seeks a Seasonal Helicopter Crewmember to serve as a member of a wildland firefighting crew that provides wildland fire suppression, management, and control. The Helitack Firefighter is primarily transported by helicopter and is responsible for performing pre-suppression, fire prevention, and wildland fire suppression activities for WSFD.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? ?? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: Ryan Scheer / 307-777-8570 / ryan.scheer2@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

Performs wildland fire duties, including hand-line construction, water handling, general and aerial suppression support, prevention activities, equipment inspections, and training.

Performs Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) duties, including Initial Attack and Helibase support.

Maintains accurate maintenance record books for support vehicles.

Ensures accurate time and Fire Activity Reporting, mid-month, and end of the month as requested by supervisor.

Performs project work both on and off duty station, including but not limited to fuel reduction, timber stand improvement, and pile burning.

Performs general facility and compound duties.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to candidates with at least one season of experience on a wildland firefighting crew.

**A Helicopter crew member must meet the firefighter's physical fitness qualifications at level III Arduous and must possess a current Red Card certification as a Helicopter Crewmember (HECM) or Helicopter Crewmember - Trainee (HECM-T) per NWCG 310-1.

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of complex wildland firefighting techniques, fire equipment, fire behavior, fuel models, and the Incident Command System.

Skills in written and oral communications and interpersonal relationships.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Many of the duties performed require considerable physical exertion, working outdoors in all terrain and weather conditions, working long hours, and extended periods of time away from home.

Duties include, but may not be limited to, the ability to carry up to 45 pounds, run, bend, twist, walk, and/or climb. A work capacity test or "pack" test that measures the physical fitness of candidates is administered as part of the selection process. Candidates are required to pass at the "Arduous" level for a firefighter crewmember or natural resource worker position.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

The employment period is from approximately April 2026 to November 2026 but may be extended to support the agency's mission.

This is a seasonal, hourly position.

Housing is furnished at the Duncan Ranch Helibase.

Additional benefits may be available depending on the length of the season.

Supplemental Information

Wyoming State Forestry Division website: wsfd.wyo.gov/

Click here (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Non Benefit Position

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