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Firefighter Driver-Operator - OF&ES

at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Boise, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-76-MW AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all eligible applicants TYPE OF POSITION: Military Waived, Non-Classified YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

+ Military Division Mandatory Questions

+ Mandatory Requirements

+ Mandatory Experience (KSAs)

+ If required – Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, training certificates, professional licenses, certifications or registrations

  • Luma does not allow edits after submitting your application
  • Your application will be considered INCOMPLETE, if MQ, MR, and KSA questions are not provided.
SUMMARY: These positions are assigned to the Idaho Training Center – Orchard Range (ITC-OR), Orchard Fire and Emergency Services (OF&ES), Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG), functioning within the State of Idaho – Military Division. These positions are located at the ITC-OR Fire Station. The Training Site is an Army National Guard (ARNG) Maneuver Training Center (Heavy). The primary purpose of these positions is to serve as a Firefighter/Driver-Operator, assisting with the execution of the fire protection and prevention programs for the IDARNG facilities serviced in the OCTC. Exercises full responsibility for driving and operating all assigned fire apparatus. The primary purpose of these positions is to serve as a Firefighter assigned to a crew engaged in structural firefighting and wildland firefighting, to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, and to respond to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials. MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense? If YES, please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.

(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States?

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS (attach as a supporting document in Luma): Mandatory Requirements to qualify at the NGA-6F grade level :

(1) Must be an enlisted member or eligible for enlisted membership in the Idaho National Guard. If you are a current military member, provide your military grade, title, MOS/AFSC and unit of assignment. This requirement will be waived. Please indicate your request for a waiver.

(2) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver’s license (from any state), and be eligible to obtain a military driver’s license. Provide your driver’s license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver’s license.)

(3) Must have, or be eligible to obtain, and maintain a favorable T1 Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager is required prior to appointment into this position.)

(4) Must possess the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): American Heart Association – CPR, Emergency Medical Responder (or higher), HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, HazMat Operations – Product Control (if after 2017),HazMat Operations – PPE (if after 2017), Firefighter I & II, Apparatus Driver Operator – Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator – Mobile Water Supply, and Telecommunicator I & II. (Attach supporting documentation to your application.)

(5) Must have or be willing to obtain within 1 year of appointment the following certification level by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): Apparatus Driver Operator – Aerial (attach supporting documentation to your application if applicable; or provide written response on your ability and willingness to obtain certification within 1-year of appointment.)

(6) Must have a minimum of 1-year of experience as a firefighter to qualify for full grade. Highly qualified candidates will be certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) Firefighter Certification System. (Attach supporting documentation to your application.)

(7) Must be able to successfully pass a firefighter physical in accordance with National Fire Protection Agency Standard 1582.

(8) Must have the ability to lift and carry heavy loads during training and emergencies.

(9) Must have, or be willing to obtain, and maintain all required Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter Type 2 courses and FEMA certifications identified by the Fire Chief.

(10) Must have, or be willing to obtain, and maintain Red Card certification.

(11) Must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program. Compliance to the physical fitness program is determined by the Fire Chief.

(12) Must agree to submit to periodic and random drug testing as directed by the Fire Chief or proper authority.

Mandatory Requirements to qualify at the NGA-5F Trainee grade level :

(1) Must be an enlisted member or eligible for enlisted membership in the Idaho National Guard. If you are a current military member, provide your military grade, title, MOS/AFSC and unit of assignment. This requirement will be waived. Please indicate your request for a waiver.

(2) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver’s license (from any state), and be eligible to obtain a military driver’s license. Provide your driver’s license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver’s license.)

(3) Must have, or be eligible to obtain, and maintain a favorable T1 Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager is required prior to appointment into this position.)

(4) Must possess the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): American Heart Association – CPR, Emergency Medical Responder (or higher), HazMat Awareness, HazMat Operations, HazMat Operations – Product Control (if after 2017), HazMat Operations – PPE (if after 2017), and Firefighter I. (Attach supporting documentation to your application.)

(5) Must be willing and able to complete all other Firefighter training requirements within 2-years of appointment to include the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): Firefighter II, Apparatus Driver Operator – Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator – Mobile Water Supply, Telecommunicator I & II. (attach supporting documentation to your application if applicable; or provide written response on your ability and willingness to obtain certification within 2-years of appointment.)

(6) Must be able to successfully pass a firefighter physical in accordance with National Fire Protection Agency Standard 1582.

(7) Must have the ability to lift and carry heavy loads during training and emergencies.

(8) Must have, or be willing to obtain, and maintain all required Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter Type 2 courses and FEMA certifications identi

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Job Posting: JC295533253

Posted On: Aug 11, 2026

Updated On: Aug 16, 2026

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