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Do you have wildland fire experience? Structural fire and wildland fire training exercises do not count. Have you actually been on a wildland fire as a handcrew member, engine crew, or helitack? You need at least three months of wildland fire experience to qualify for a helicopter crewmember position. The Hungry Horse Helitack typically hire people with 2-4 years of wildland fire experience. Many new hires already have some previous helitack experience.
Are you in excellent physical condition? Can you run a mile and a half in 11 minutes or less, do seven pull-ups,45 sit-ups, and 25 push-ups? These are just gauges of physical conditioning, and if you can do them, it's a good start. Do you want to work harder than you've ever worked before? Can you carry a 40-pound pack for 12 hours a day while swinging a pulaski in 100-degree heat? Can you put up with long hours, getting up before the sun, and one shower a week? For more information on the Hungry Horse Helitack Crew, e-mail Helitack Manager Dwayne Mortenson or Assistant Manager Joe Summers.
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--- How to apply --- If you intend to apply to the Hungry Horse Helitack crew, all applications will be processed by the Forest Service’s Nationwide Centralized Temporary Employment Program. The Temporary Employment Office web site has complete hiring information, rating qualifications and application forms. If applicants apply to more than one crew and are hired, please notify the supervisors and/or hiring officials if you no longer wish to be considered for other positions. This is beneficial to both the applicants and superintendents. A note, postcard, or phone call can save time, paperwork and hassle on both ends. Thanks! |