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Seasonal Engine Boss (Wildland / WUI)

Lehi City
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SEASONAL ENGINE BOSS (WILDLAND / WUI)

 


 

CLOSING DATE: February 17, 2026, interviews to be held on February 24, 2026

PAY RATE: Up to $45/hour depending on experience and qualification. Not eligible for benefits unless otherwise specified.

SCHEDULE: Seasonal / Temporary (Wildland Fire Season) May 1 to October 1, 2026

DEPARTMENT: Fire


 

JOB SUMMARY

 

The Seasonal Engine Boss (Wildland/WUI) is responsible for the safe and effective supervision, operation, and deployment of a wildland fire engine and assigned personnel during wildland and wildland-urban interface (WUI) incidents. This position supports local WUI mitigation and Utah wildland fire code enforcement efforts and requires availability for local, regional, and national mobilizations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

 

Operational Leadership

  • Supervise and lead a wildland fire engine crew during emergency incidents, training, and readiness activities
  • Serve as Engine Boss (ENGB) in accordance with NWCG standards and qualifications
  • Ensure crew accountability, safety, and adherence to LCES and risk management principles

Incident Response

  • Respond to wildland fires, WUI incidents, prescribed fires, and all-risk incidents as assigned
  • Respond to local, regional, and national wildland fire incidents, including interagency, mutual aid, and national mobilization assignments
  • Complete required incident documentation, reports, and time records

WUI Operations & Utah Wildland Code Enforcement Support

  • Support Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) fire prevention and mitigation efforts within the City of Lehi
  • Assist with Utah wildland fire code enforcement activities under the direction of department officers
  • Identify and report hazardous vegetation, defensible space concerns, and WUI fire risks
  • Provide WUI education to residents, property owners, and stakeholders
  • Support pre-incident planning and fuel mitigation projects in high-risk WUI areas

Training and Readiness

  • Participate in wildland and WUI fire training, drills, and physical conditioning
  • Conduct tailgate safety briefings and after-action reviews

Minimum Qualifications

  • NWCG qualification as Engine Boss (ENGB) or ability to obtain prior to assignment
  • Current NWCG Red Card
  • Valid Utah Driver License or ability to obtain
  • Current First Aid and CPR certification (EMT preferred)
  • Ability to pass Pack Test (Arduous)
  • Ability to work extended hours and during local and national deployments


 

Employment in this position is conditional upon passing a pre-employment background and drug test. The City's drug test and background check policy can be found in its entirety here: https://www.lehi-ut.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Employee-Policy-Manual-July-1-2024.pdf - https://www.lehi-ut.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Employee-Policy-Manual-July-1-2024.pdf



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https://lehiut.applicantpro.com/jobs/3956536-1057630.html