What is the Airplane Pilot (Wildland Firefighter) role at Forest Service like?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Airplane Pilot (Wildland Firefighter) position at Department of Agriculture.
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
What job is being offered at the Department of Agriculture?
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
They’re looking for an Airplane Pilot (Wildland Firefighter) in Mesa, Arizona.
Dr.Job
Dr.Job
What’s the salary range for this position?
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
The salary ranges from $75,697 to $142,712.
Dr.Job
Dr.Job
How does the application process work for this job?
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
It’s an open continuous announcement, which means the USDA Forest Service can easily find applicants when vacancies come up. They’ll verify eligibility and qualifications when there’s an opening.
Dr.Job
Dr.Job
What are the basic requirements for this pilot position?
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
You need to have an FAA Airplane Commercial Pilot Certificate with specific ratings, or a current FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Plus, you must have a current FAA first or second-class medical certificate.
Dr.Job
Dr.Job
What kind of flight experience do you need for the GS-09 level?
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith
You need at least 1,200 total flight hours, including 250 hours as Pilot-In-Command, 100 hours in multi-engine airplanes, 50 hours of night flight, and 50 hours of actual or simulated instrument time, with at least 5 hours actually in flight.
Dr.Job
Dr.Job
Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.
Ms.Smith
Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Airplane Pilot (Wildland Firefighter)
Agency: Forest Service
Salary: $75697-$142712
Industry: Administrative / Office
Location: Mesa, Arizona
Posted on: 10/01/2025

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