Not all chefs work in four-star restaurants. CAL FIRE units across the state employ Cook Specialists I & II who prepare meals for firefighters and staff assigned to training centers and hand crew firefighter facilities. These professionals help keep our workforce fueled and ready. Learn more about this role and start your career at JoinCALFIRE.com. #Careers #Cook #jobseekers | CAL FIRE
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Not all chefs work in four-star restaurants. CAL FIRE units across the state employ Cook Specialists I & II who prepare meals for firefighters and staff assigned to training centers and hand crew firefighter facilities. These professionals help keep our workforce fueled and ready. Learn more about this role and start your career at JoinCALFIRE.com. #Careers #Cook #jobseekers | CAL FIRE
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CAL FIRE Hand Crews take on some of the toughest work in wildfire response, hiking steep terrain, cutting fire line, and working deep in the wildland. From reducing fuels in high-risk areas to fighting fires on the front lines, these crews play a vital role in wildfire suppression and prevention across California. 🔥 Ready for hands-on work that makes a real impact? Apply to become a CAL FIRE Fire Fighter I by November 30, 2025. Learn more about qualifications and how to apply at JoinCALFIRE.com
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CAL FIRE Hand Crews take on some of the toughest work in wildfire response, hiking steep terrain, cutting fire line, and working deep in the wildland. From reducing fuels in high-risk areas to fighting fires on the front lines, these crews play a vital role in wildfire suppression and prevention across California. 🔥 Ready for hands-on work that makes a real impact? Apply to become a CAL FIRE Fire Fighter I by November 30, 2025. Learn more about qualifications and how to apply at JoinCALFIRE.com
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Apply today to be a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator with CAL FIRE! When you #JoinCALFIRE as a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator, you will have the opportunity to operate heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks, and other types of heavy equipment used in fire suppression work, road maintenance, and more! Submit your application by December 30, 2022! For more information, visit here https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=344805 | CAL FIRE
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Apply today to be a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator with CAL FIRE! When you #JoinCALFIRE as a Heavy Fire Equipment Operator, you will have the opportunity to operate heavy bulldozers, motor-graders, heavy-duty transports, trucks, and other types of heavy equipment used in fire suppression work, road maintenance, and more! Submit your application by December 30, 2022! For more information, visit here https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=344805 | CAL FIRE
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#Firefighter hand crews are integral to wildland firefighting operations. Hand crews are tool focused – their job is to put a break in the fuel between the fire & the fuel. Before our Crew 30 was deployed, check out this video to learn more about their important work. FOX 12 Oregon | Clackamas Fire
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#Firefighter hand crews are integral to wildland firefighting operations. Hand crews are tool focused – their job is to put a break in the fuel between the fire & the fuel. Before our Crew 30 was deployed, check out this video to learn more about their important work. FOX 12 Oregon | Clackamas Fire
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For the first time in over three years, CAL FIRE activated the California National Guard to assist in our firefighting efforts on the #ParkFire and the #BorelFire. During activations like this, we can deploy anywhere from 100 to 400 trained soldiers to the frontlines, to construct handlines and help stop the spread of wildfires under CAL FIRE supervision. At Camp Roberts, soldiers underwent an intensive three-day training program—two days in the classroom and one in the field—providing them with
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For the first time in over three years, CAL FIRE activated the California National Guard to assist in our firefighting efforts on the #ParkFire and the #BorelFire. During activations like this, we can deploy anywhere from 100 to 400 trained soldiers to the frontlines, to construct handlines and help stop the spread of wildfires under CAL FIRE supervision. At Camp Roberts, soldiers underwent an intensive three-day training program—two days in the classroom and one in the field—providing them with
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As fire activity increases across California, our McClellan Airtanker Base stands ready to respond. Home to the largest civil aerial firefighting fleet in the world, CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is a cornerstone of the state’s wildfire response. From airtankers to helicopters, these aerial resources provide rapid support to ground crews—slowing fire spread, protecting communities, and gaining the upper hand on fast-moving incidents. As conditions continue to intensify, the role our Aviation Progr
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As fire activity increases across California, our McClellan Airtanker Base stands ready to respond. Home to the largest civil aerial firefighting fleet in the world, CAL FIRE’s Aviation Program is a cornerstone of the state’s wildfire response. From airtankers to helicopters, these aerial resources provide rapid support to ground crews—slowing fire spread, protecting communities, and gaining the upper hand on fast-moving incidents. As conditions continue to intensify, the role our Aviation Progr
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The S70i CAL FIRE HAWK helicopters primary mission is responding to initial attack wildfires and rescue missions. When responding to wildfires, the helicopter can quickly deliver up to a 9-person Helitack Crew for ground firefighting operations and quickly transition into water/foam dropping missions. External hoists allow for rescue missions were highly trained firefighters are lowered to an injured or trapped person, and once secured to either a harness or stokes basket, can be hoisted into th
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The S70i CAL FIRE HAWK helicopters primary mission is responding to initial attack wildfires and rescue missions. When responding to wildfires, the helicopter can quickly deliver up to a 9-person Helitack Crew for ground firefighting operations and quickly transition into water/foam dropping missions. External hoists allow for rescue missions were highly trained firefighters are lowered to an injured or trapped person, and once secured to either a harness or stokes basket, can be hoisted into th
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Ready to step up to an exciting career? Watch this video to learn how to apply now as a Fire Fighter I! Learn more: http://www.fire.ca.gov/about/about_careers_fireprotection_seasonal | CAL FIRE
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Our 20-person hand crew, known as Crew 30, is taking off on their first fire deployment. The crew is headed to the #JackFire along with other resources from across the state as part of the conflagration. Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal | Clackamas Fire
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Earlier today, Andrew Brown, one of the eight OCFA Hand Crew members injured in the rollover accident on September 19th, returned to Orange County after six weeks of successful rehabilitation at Craig Hospital in Colorado. Accompanied on his flight home by several OCFA firefighters, Andrew walked into the arms of his family and friends awaiting his arrival at John Wayne Airport. Andrew’s recovery — and the courage and strength driving it — is as miraculous as it is inspiring. In Andrew’s words,
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The wait is finally over! We are proud to introduce you to the newest member of the CAL FIRE team, Captain Cal. He knows that when it comes to keeping California safe, safety starts with you! Follow him on Instagram @ CalfireCaptainCal | CAL FIRE
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Fighting wildfires from the air takes precise coordination and expertise. Orchestrating this aerial ballet of tankers, helicopters, and intel aircraft are the Air Tactical Group Supervisors (ATGS). Trainees for this vital role learn the ropes at California Aerial Supervision Academy (CASA), which recently concluded. The two-week intensive training, sponsored by CAL FIRE and held jointly with the U.S. Forest Service, included a week of classroom learning, flight simulator sessions, and orientatio
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🚒🌲 Teamwork in Action! Wednesday, the CAL FIRE LNU Hood Mountain Hand Crew joined forces with the Napa County Fire Department and Napa Firewise for roadside fuel reduction along Lokoya Rd. These proactive efforts improve defensible space, slow the spread of wildfire, and keep our community safer year-round. 🔥💪 | CAL FIRE Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit
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From inmates to firefighters: The story of the Buffalo Hand Crew
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We recently caught up with the Harrison Canyon Hand Crew as they provided support to Cal Fire during the recent Pyrite Fire in the Jurupa Hills. This highly trained crew is available seven days a week and has already responded to ten wildfires in the month of July. Harrison Canyon maintains a roster of 25 dedicated personnel who are not only ready for immediate incident response, but also contribute to year-round fire prevention efforts. When not assigned to an active incident, the crew focuses
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What’s a helitack crew? 🚁🚁 A helitack crew is a team of highly trained firefighters and their pilot who are transported by helicopter to provide rapid initial attack and assist with rescues—particularly in areas that are remote, rugged, or inaccessible by vehicle. Their aerial deployment gets them to the incident within minutes and begin suppression efforts right away. On the ground, they use hand tools, chainsaws, and other equipment to stop a fire’s spread, while the helicopter supports thei
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California Conservation Corps and CAL FIRE Riverside Unit team up to create the Los Pinos firefighting hand crews. CAL FIRE Riverside County Now California Conservation Corps #First2Serve #CCCSanDiego #CCCLosPinos | CAL FIRE/Riverside County Fire Department
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Cal Guard hand crews are finishing up their training with CAL FIRE at Camp Roberts just north of Paso Robles. They'll be heading out this week in support of the state mutual aid system on active fires. California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (U.S. Air National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Stefany Leyva) | California National Guard
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CalFire Hand-Crew heading to the line#calfire #responding #perris #code3
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Engine Crew vs Hand Crew
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CAL FIRE MMU on Instagram: "Investing in our people means investing in safer, stronger emergency response. CAL FIRE has launched a new Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program for hand crew members who want to build their skills and advance their careers. Building capability from within helps ensure CAL FIRE is ready for whatever California faces next. #CALFIRE #EMT #WorkforceDevelopment #HandCrews #FireService #PublicSafety #atwatercityfiredepartment #mariposacountyfire #maderacountyfire #mer
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CAL FIRE Training Program on Instagram: "CAL FIRE ALL-RISK TRAINING The mission to protect California never stops—and neither does our training. Statewide Training ensures our personnel are prepared for every emergency, far beyond just wildland fire. We train for the total mission: ▪️Rescue: Technical skills to save lives in complex environments. ▪️Hand Crews: Building disciplined, effective ground forces. ▪️Hazmat: Safely mitigating chemical and environmental threats. ▪️EMS: Essential medical r
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San Francisco Bay Area Firefighter on Instagram: "@calfiresculocal2881 As a Veterans Day tradition, the Mt. Hamilton Crews out of San Jose, CA, completed their annual 6-mile Veterans Day run through downtown San Jose carrying the Old Glory guidon. The Mt. Hamilton Crew is a partnership between CAL FIRE and the California National Guard, where soldiers receive training in wildland firefighting operations and serve alongside CAL FIRE personnel in the same capacity as our firefighters on the front
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CAL FIRE San Bernardino Unit | CAL FIRE San Bernardino Unit’s Pilot Rock Fire Center, Fenner Canyon, Prado, and Owens Valley Conservation Camps, along with our partners... | Instagram
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Campfire Safety
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Replying to @socalbigjimmy That one house we saved as incarcerated firefighters. #santabarbara #wildfire #jesusita #jesusitafire #2009 #prison #prisontiktok #formerlyincarcerated #handcrew #firefighter #wildlandfirefighter #brushfire #incarceratedfirefighter #criminal #calfire #lacofd #lacountyfiredept
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CAL FIRE Amador-El Dorado Unit on Instagram: "It's day 2 of AEU's fire crew preparedness drills. During the next three days, we have 16 crews going through the drills - a tool out exercise, four mile hike in full gear, constructing handline for an hour, and fire shelter deployment. Here's Ponderosa Fire Center’s Firefighter Hand Crew 3 completing the tool out and starting the four mile hike. For more photos and video of the event, check out our stories."
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OCFA Handcrew on Instagram: "Start your career with the OCFA! Applications for Hand Crew Firefighter open tomorrow! Go to www.joinocfa.org for more details. @ocfireauthority @ocfirefighters @ocfa_cadets #ocfa #ocfireauthority #eltorohandcrew #santiagohandcrew #handcrew #firecrew #wildland #wildlandfire #wildlandfirefighter #firejobs #veteranjobs #fireexplorer #missiondrivenculture #inserviceofothers"
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CAL FIRE unveils new Ponderosa Fire Center in Cameron Park
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Wildland Handtool Overview
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