Become a
FireFighter
Join Outback Firefighting to embark on a challenging and rewarding career. We're seeking brave individuals dedicated to protecting the wilderness and communities from wildfires. With us, your career is more than just a job; it's a commitment to service and a chance to make a real difference.
Watch Duty
Live Wildfire Reporting Map
(Western US)
Incident Management Situation Report
IMSR
Incident Information System
Wildfire Incident Map and Table
Our Work
Outback Firefighting, Inc. contracts with the US Forest Service, participating in the suppression of wildfire and camp support.
Sanctioned by the Northern Rockies Coordinating Group (NRCG) of the National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG). Outback Firefighting, Inc. also provides the latest in Wildland Fire Training.
Calf Canyon/Hermit's Peak
Las Vegas, NM
Fire burned for 4½ months
(Apr 6 - Aug 21, 2022)
Burned 340,000+ acres
Largest and most destructive wildfire in New Mexico. Caused by escaped prescribed burn.
We contributed various resources including engines, potable water trucks, UTVs, and camp support.
Moose Fire
Salmon, ID
Fire burned for 4 months
(July 17 - Nov 10, 2022)
Burned 130,000+ acres
Caused by an unextinguished and unattended campfire
We contributed multiple engines, weed wash stations, hand wash stations, UTVs, and camp support to the fire camp site.
Mosquito Fire
Placer/El Dorado Counties
Fire burned for 6½ weeks
(Sept 6 - Oct 22, 2022)
California's largest wildfire of 2022
Alleged faulty PG&E power lines were the "cause and origin"; U.S. Forest Service's investigation is ongoing. We contributed several engines to this fire incident.
Candidate Requirements
Must be 18 years of age.
Must be a high - school graduate or possess a GED certificate.
Must have a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Best Firefighting Jobs in The West
Discover the opportunity to work in some of Utah's most challenging and rewarding firefighting roles. At Outback Firefighting, every day is a new adventure. You will work in diverse settings, from dense forests to rugged mountains, ensuring no two days are the same. We provide competitive benefits, continuous professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of others and the preservation of nature.
Testimonials
“Working for Outback firefighting was a great opportunity and I am glad that I could be a part of it. The training is amazing and I enjoyed working closely with the crews that I went out on fire assignments with. I would recommend working for this company. The leadership is good and so is the pay!”
-Klin
Get Started
Contact us to learn more about how you can join the Outback Firefighting team and start making a difference today.
(406)-214-7989
