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Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Smithfield, RI · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire Equipment Inc ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Medford, MA · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Sprinkler Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Hartford, CT · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Sprinkler Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Hooksett, NH · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Sprinkler Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Agawam, MA · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Sprinkler Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

Fire Equipment Inc

Fire Sprinkler Technician

Medford, MA · On-site

$38.46 - $62.50/hr

Sprinkler Operations Manager Compensation: $38.46-$62.50 About Fire Equipment Inc. (FEI) Fire ... Perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure systems are operating to prescribed ...

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How much do independent contractor forest fire equipment operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for independent contractor forest fire equipment operator in the United States is $22.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Independent Contractor Forest Fire Equipment Operator vs Firefighter?

AspectIndependent Contractor Forest Fire Equipment OperatorFirefighter
CredentialsCertifications in equipment operation, safety trainingFirefighter certification, EMT training
Work EnvironmentRural, forested areas, often seasonalFire stations, emergency scenes, various locations
Employer & IndustryContracted by forestry agencies or private companiesGovernment agencies, fire departments

While both roles involve fire management, Independent Contractor Forest Fire Equipment Operators focus on operating specialized equipment in forested areas, often on a contractual basis. Firefighters perform direct fire suppression and rescue in various environments. The key differences lie in certifications, work settings, and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Independent Contractor Forest Fire Equipment Operator job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 74% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 18% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,279 per year, or $22.2 per hour.

Equipment Operator 2 (Fernwood State Forest) - 20051200

Ohio Department of Taxation

Richmond, OH • On-site

$24.63/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Equipment Operator 2 within the Division of Forestry, headquartered at Fernwood State Forest, assigned to Jefferson County. The address is 11 TOWNSHIP RD. 181, BLOOMINGDALE, OH 43910.  To learn more about Fernwood State Forest, please visit Fernwood State Forest | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

This position requires a Class A Commercial Driver's License with no restrictions.

What you will do...

  • Operates heavy motorized equipment to complete variety of construction & maintenance functions
  • Performs wildfire support (e.g., Forest fire line construction, trails, culverts, roads & bridges)
  • Performs general maintenance & repairs on equipment & buildings/ground maintenance
  • Assist with wildfire suppression (e.g., wildfire & prescribe fire support)
  • Starting hourly pay of $22.29/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 3.5 years of service with end salary of $24.63/hr.
  • There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Must successfully complete Basic Firefighter Introduction to Fire Behavior Course (S-130/S-190) within first year of employment.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Works outside in all weather conditions; exposed to dust, mud, dirt, fumes, noise & dangerous machinery.

Formal education in arithmetic to include fractions, decimals & percentages & reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary; 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operation of heavy motorized equipment (e.g., 7 ton dozer, 8-10 ton roller, concrete mixer, excavator, low-boy, vac-all or 10 ton sweeper, 10 ton tractor, 25,000 to 35,000 pound dump truck) & related safety practices; valid commercial driver's license. 
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 
Job Skills: Equipment Operations

Technical Skills: Forestry, CDL

Professional Skills: Teamwork

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