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Bighorn Airways Inc

Aircraft Mechanic

Sheridan, WY · On-site

$28.75 - $37.50/hr

Bighorn Airways has been a leader in the Wyoming aviation community for over 70 years and has been conducting smokejumper and par cargo operations for over 30 years. All positions offered are based ...

Bighorn Airways Inc

Aircraft Mechanic

Sheridan, WY

$28.75 - $37.50/hr

Bighorn Airways has been a leader in the Wyoming aviation community for over 70 years and has been conducting smokejumper and par cargo operations for over 30 years. All positions offered are based ...

Bighorn Airways, Inc.

Aircraft Mechanic

Sheridan, WY · On-site

$28.75 - $37.50/hr

Bighorn Airways has been a leader in the Wyoming aviation community for over 70 years and has been conducting smokejumper and par cargo operations for over 30 years. All positions offered are based ...

US Department of the Interior

Unit Fire Chief

Vernal, UT · On-site

$112K/yr

At least one full fire season working in a primary wildland firefighting role (e.g., Engine Crew, Fire Effects Crew, Prescribed Fire/Fuels Crew, Hand Crew, Helitack Crew, Hotshot Crew, Smokejumper ...

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What are some common challenges smokejumpers face during fire season, and how do teams typically address them?

Smokejumpers often encounter unpredictable wildfire behavior, rugged terrain, and rapidly changing weather conditions, which require quick decision-making and adaptability. Teams address these challenges through intensive pre-season training, clear communication protocols, and strong teamwork, both in the air and on the ground. Regular drills and debriefings help ensure everyone is prepared for high-stress situations, and safety is always the top priority. Collaboration with ground crews and incident command is also essential for effective firefighting and resource management.

Are smokejumpers still a thing?

Yes, smokejumpers are still a recognized firefighting role, specializing in quickly deploying from aircraft to combat wildfires in remote areas. They require specialized training, including firefighting techniques and parachuting skills, and continue to be an essential part of wildfire suppression efforts in many regions.

How hard is it to be a smoke jumper?

Being a smokejumper is physically demanding and requires rigorous training, including firefighting skills, parachuting, and survival techniques. Candidates typically need strong physical fitness, prior firefighting experience, and the ability to work in high-stress, remote environments.

What is the difference between Smokejumper vs Wildland Firefighter?

AspectSmokejumperWildland Firefighter
Required CertificationsBasic firefighting training, parachuting certificationBasic firefighting training, often includes wildland fire certifications
Work EnvironmentHigh-altitude parachuting into remote fire zonesGround-based firefighting in wildland areas
Employer & IndustryU.S. Forest Service, BLM, firefighting agenciesU.S. Forest Service, local fire departments, federal agencies

Smokejumpers are specialized wildland firefighters trained to parachute into remote fire areas, often working in challenging environments. Wildland Firefighters work on the ground to contain and suppress fires in forested and wildland areas. While both roles require firefighting skills and certifications, smokejumpers have additional parachuting training and operate in more remote, high-risk settings.

How much money do smokejumpers make?

Smokejumpers typically earn between $30,000 and $60,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and federal pay scales. They often work in remote environments and require specialized training and certifications, with pay increasing with seniority and additional responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Smokejumper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Smokejumper, you need excellent physical fitness, wildfire suppression training, and usually firefighter certification. Familiarity with specialized parachuting gear, fire shelters, and communication systems is essential for safe and effective operations. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and resilience under pressure are critical soft skills for this demanding role. These abilities are vital for safely combating wildfires in remote locations and ensuring the well-being of both the team and the public.

What are smokejumpers?

Smokejumpers are specially trained wildland firefighters who parachute from airplanes into remote areas to combat wildfires. Their primary role is to quickly reach and contain new fires in hard-to-access locations before they grow larger. Smokejumpers carry firefighting tools and supplies with them and may work for extended periods in rugged and hazardous conditions. They play a critical role in wildfire management, often serving as the first responders to emerging fires.
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Regional Medical Director

Regional Medical Director

Bluewater Health

Brunswick, ME • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary:

Full Time: This is a full-time position that combines administrative leadership and clinical work (Leadership + Clinical)

Interested in joining a dynamic, physician owned, and physician led Acute Care medicine group? BlueWater Health is seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Leader to act as a Southern Regional Medical Director and clinical smokejumper!


About the Position:

The provider in this role will be the Regional Medical Director for the 5 locations in BlueWater's Southern Region. They will act as the leader over the Emergency Departments in these sites, with each site-based Medical Director reporting directly to them. Additionally, they will supplement their administrative FTE as a clinical Smokejumper within their region, allocating their clinical time based on need. This position will report directly to the BlueWater Chief Medical Officer.

Specific accountabilities of the leader include but are not limited to the following:

  • Mentorship and leadership support to direct reports.
    • Direct reports are all clinical leaders assigned to Emergency Departments within the region.
    • The Southern Region Director of APPs report Directly to the Regional Medical Director.
    • Smokejumper physicians within the region will report directly to the Regional Medical Director.
  • Department meeting prep support and attendance.
  • Hospital CNO/CMO relations
  • Involvement in local ACEP and state medical society work
  • Quality bundle compliance
  • Staffing management (high level)
  • HR management (high level)
  • Support of sales efforts at potential new sites
  • New site implementation support
  • Interim site-based Medical Director leadership (when applicable)
  • Will collaborate directly with BW Hospitalist Medicine clinical leadership within the region

We offer:

  • Partnership track
  • Stipend is based upon number of Emergency Departments and total ED volume within the region.
  • Generous Compensation including strong Smokejumper incentives for clinical shifts and Benefits Package (Fully Covered Family Health, Dental, Disability Insurance)
  • Generous company-direct Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
  • 401k contributions and Guaranteed Profit Sharing
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Generous CME Allowance
  • Travel Allowance
  • Lodging support when needed.
  • 1440 hours (clinical + admin) is full-time.
  • Paid Time Off

About BlueWater Health:

BlueWater Health (BWH) is a growing, independent physician-owned medical group practice. BWH employs over 175 physicians and APPs in 11 facilities (and growing) across 4 states in New England.


We are guided by our Mission Statement:

  • Deliver outstanding clinical care with thoughtfulness, respect, and compassion
  • Provide collaborative management and leadership
  • Develop partnerships that foster engagement and preserve (respect) local culture and values
  • Support individual autonomy, professional growth, and fulfillment


BWH operates in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial-driven environment, where everyone contributes to getting the job done. Employees are flexible, realizing that each position, top to bottom, requires cooperative individuals focused on team success. The underlying culture is one of accountability and challenging work, coupled with a rewarding work environment.

BlueWater Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer