Job title: Engine Operator
Agency: Utah Division of Forestry, Fire, and State Lands (FFSL)
Opening date: 1/27/2026
Closing date: 2/26/2026
Salary: $24.22 – $36.38/hr
Location: Monticello
Time frame: May through Oct 2026
Housing: None
Positions available: 1
The Utah Department of Forestry, Fire & State Lands, has a seasonal position (no benefits)
available in Monticello, Utah. This appointment will last from approximately April 13 – October 31, 2026. On-call status with the availability to immediately respond to fire is required throughout much of the fire season (June I – October 31 ). Housing is not provided.
Job Duties
- Perform wildland firefighting and related duties
- Perform natural resource projects and improvement tasks to reduce wildfire risks.
- Operate. maintain. calibrate or adjust specialized wildland equipment. Collaborate with other firefighters as a member of a firefighting crew, squad, or engine.
- Transport personnel and cargo to and from fire areas.
- Lead or participate in safety sessions, briefings, and after-action reviews ( AAR ). Report and document accidents. injuries. damage. lost or stolen equipment. Maintain knowledge of current firefighting practices by participating in training courses and drills.
- Provide for the safety and well-being of subordinates or assigned resources.
- Complete required annual training, mentor, assist or conduct training as required or necessary.
- Evaluate size. location, and condition of wildland fires, protect fire origin(s) to allow for potential investigation. and assess damage caused by fires and prepare reports. Communicate fire details to superiors, subordinates/adjoining resources or dispatch centers.
- Educate the public about wildland fire prevention by participating in activities such as exhibits or presentations or by distributing promotional materials.
Job Requirements and Preferences
- NWCG FFTI and NWCG ENGB qualified prefemd
- Ability to complete NWCG S-212 (chainsaws) and obtain FAL3 or FAL2
- FFT-2 red card or the ability to complete coursework for FFT-2 qualifications
- Ability to complete and pass the arduous-level pack test according to NWCG guidelines
- Has a high school diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of fire prevention and mitigation principles preferred
- ls articulate and professional in both verbal and written communications
- ls able to work well with landowners, local, state, and federal government representatives, and co-workers
Other
The Engine Operator is involved in all aspects of fire management including suppression, preparedness, mitigation, prevention and training. This is a challenging, yet rewarding, opportunity for an energetic person who wants to make the most of their career. NWCG red card qualification and FAL2 (S-2 I 2 chainsaw operator) are prefe1Ted, but training to obtain those qualifications will be considered for the right candidate. A valid driver’s license is required.
Applications or (This can be replaced with sending in a resume)
Interested applicants may apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, and references in pdf(s) to:
[email protected]
Ryan McArthur. San Juan County Warden 435-459-0115
[email protected]
(ADA information required)
DNR complies with the ADA. Hearing-impaired employees who wish further information regarding this announcement may call the DNR TTY number at 801-538-7458. Disabled employees who desire reasonable accommodation in the interview process should contact the DNR Human Resource Office at 385-315-2834.