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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant cal fire dozer operator in the United States is $25.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Cal Fire Dozer Operator vs Cal Fire Dozer Operator?

AspectAssistant Cal Fire Dozer OperatorCal Fire Dozer Operator
CertificationsBasic equipment operation, safety trainingAdvanced equipment operation, certifications often required
Work EnvironmentAssists in fire suppression, works in fire zonesLeads dozer operations, more independent in fire zones
Employer & Industry UsagePart of firefighting teams, state fire agenciesSenior role within firefighting teams, state agencies

The Assistant Cal Fire Dozer Operator supports fire suppression efforts by assisting with dozer operations under supervision, while the Cal Fire Dozer Operator leads and manages dozer tasks independently. Both roles require safety training and equipment operation skills, but the Cal Fire Dozer Operator typically has more experience and certifications. The assistant role is ideal for those starting in fire equipment operation, whereas the Cal Fire Dozer Operator is a more advanced position within firefighting teams.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Cal Fire Dozer Operator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,558 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Wildland Firefighter (Fire Dozer Operator)

Recruitment and Hiring | US Forest Service

Macdoel, CA • On-site

$57K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

This position is located within the Pacific Southwest Region, Region 5.
This position serves as an assistant to the Fire Dozer Operator of a Forest Service Fire Dozer Module.
For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Brian Grabowski - brian.grabowski@usda.govQualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards.
Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary.
Specialized Experience Requirement:
GW-06: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GW-5)
Specialized experience is defined as examples of the following: Made initial evaluation of fire situation and determined suppression methods to use, suppression access, vehicle placement, deployment of dozer, and point of initial attack. Laid out fuel reduction contract areas and conducted the initial surveys to establish area boundaries and prepared maps delineating treatment areas. Assisted the operator of fire dozer module in responding to wildland fires. Assisted in directing the dozer to fire location and positioning in appropriate location in consideration of safety of personnel and equipment.
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One full year (18 semester/27 quarter hours) of successfully completed graduate level coursework that is directly related to the work of the position (such as forestry, range management, agriculture);
OR
Combinations of graduate level education that is directly related to the position and specialized experience. The education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Selective Placement Factors
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 Days of Entry on Duty.
Primary firefighter positions include the following age requirements: Under age 37 -OR- less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service worked in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position -OR- a veteran preference eligible, older than age 37 and is requesting a waiver to the maximum age requirement -OR-currently occupy a permanent position with primary fire fighter retirement coverage.
For those who do not currently occupy a permanent Federal position covered under primary fire fighter retirement, you must be under age 37; less than age 37 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position; or a veteran preference eligible, older than age 37 and requesting a waiver to the requirement.
FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous position covered under the special retirement provisions of 5 USC 8336(c) for the Civil Service Retirement System and of 5 USC 8412(d) for the Federal Employees Retirement System.
WORK CAPACITY TEST (WCT) for Wildland Firefighters: This position participates in wildland firefighting activities. Based on the type of work performed, TAKING and PASSING the WCT at the ARDUOUS level is a condition of employment.
To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education:See QUALIFICATION section for educational requirements.Employment Type: OTHER

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