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Non Union Aerial Firefighting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Houston, TX

$28.75 - $39.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Bellaire, TX

$25 - $34.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Houston, TX

$28.75 - $39.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Bellaire, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

$24.75 - $34/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Bellaire, TX

$25 - $34.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Houston, TX

$28.75 - $39.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Houston, TX · On-site

$26.50 - $36.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Saginaw, MI

$22.75 - $31/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Bellaire, TX · On-site

$25 - $34.25/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

Journeyman - NON-UNION

Saginaw, MI · On-site

$26 - $35.50/hr

Job Type: Full-Time +, Non-Exempt Pay: Competitive / Hourly Benefits: * Medical, dental, and vision ... Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end and maintain weight ...

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How much do non union aerial firefighting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for non union aerial firefighting in the United States is $59,606.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,500.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Non Union Aerial Firefighting vs Union Aerial Firefighting?

AspectNon Union Aerial FirefightingUnion Aerial Firefighting
CredentialsFAA pilot licenses, specialized firefighting certificationsFAA pilot licenses, firefighting certifications, union membership requirements
Work EnvironmentPrivate companies, contracted firefighting operationsUnionized agencies, government or contracted services
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily private contractors and commercial operatorsGovernment agencies, unions representing pilots and crew

Non Union Aerial Firefighting involves private companies operating firefighting aircraft without union affiliation, often offering more flexible employment terms. Union Aerial Firefighting is conducted by unionized workers employed by government agencies or contracted organizations, providing collective bargaining benefits. Both roles require similar pilot certifications but differ mainly in employment structure and union representation.

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Blackhawk Pilot

Wimmer Solutions

Mcminnville, OR • On-site

$91K - $114K/yr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Details:

  • PIC of S-70 (UH-60L) Black Hawk helicopter in firefighting operations both day and night and other missions as required by the company.
  • Conduct aerial work operations such as Aerial Fire Suppression, Dispensing operations, External load, Reconnaissance.
  • Be able to work on a rotation away from home base for up to two weeks at a time.
  • Willing to fly other aircraft types if qualified and as required by the company.
  • Devote time to group or self-study of aircraft systems, EP’s, etc. and be available for training and check-flights as required by FAA/USFS and Weyerhaeuser.
  • Maintain written and computerized flight logs and records.
  • Ensure all flights, operations and other work follow FAA Regulations, Company Manuals, policies and Weyerhaeuser SOP’s and are achieved safely, effectively and efficiently.
  • Maintains state of readiness for dispatch to emergency and non-emergency operations; or to any other assigned locations as required by the company at short notice.
  • Perform any other duties during scheduled shift as requested by Aviation Operations
    Manager (aka Director of Operations) or Chief Pilot (aka Head of flying Operations).
  • Relocate to Northwest Oregon area with the ability to report to the McMinnville Oregon base (approximately within ~60 minutes) for daily duties.

Requirements:

  • Commercial Rotorcraft Pilot Certificate with Instrument (Helicopter) rating
  • 3,000+ total rotary-wing flight hours
  • 500 minimum hours Part 133 sling load / external load operations
  • Minimum 3 years / 500 hours in aerial work operations, including firefighting
  • Class II FAA Medical Certificate
  • Crew Resource Management (CRM) training
  • Ability to obtain USDA Firefighting Carding for the S-70
  • Willingness to fly other aircraft types if qualified and required
  • Ability to relocate to Northwest Oregon and report to the McMinnville base within ~60 minutes
  • UH60/ S70 Blackhawk Type rating or current CFR 61.58 as PIC
  • 100+ hours UH60/ S70 Blackhawk
  • Aerial Firefighting experience