To Apply
To apply for a job with Winema, you will need to create a USA Jobs profile and apply to the proper job announcement.
It is also encouraged to send an e-mail and resume to either the Foreman and/or Superintendent, you can find their contact info here. Additionally, filling out the interest form will help us keep track of those interested.
Keep looking back here for more details and Announcement numbers will be posted once available.
Job Announcements
The dates listed below are the most current time frame for the 2026 fire season Temp/Perm hiring events. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to apply, don’t wait until the last minute!
We encourage you to contact us with any questions and remember to stay motivated to reach your goals!
Temporary Jobs Timeline
If you would like to receive email updates on 2026 fire season hiring information please fill out the email update form and we will send out email updates as information becomes available.
Interest form HERE
If you have any questions CONTACT US
Temporary Hire Announcement Numbers and Dates
The application period for temporary positions is open from: 10/15/25 – 10/29/2025
Wildland firefighter – GW 3 – Announcement # 26-TEMPF3-R6-2PC033-3DH
Wildland Firefighter – GW 4 – Announcement # 26-TEMPF3-R6-2PC048-4DH
Wildland Firefighter (Hotshot/Handcrew) – GW 4 – Announcement # 26-TEMPF3-R6-2PC049-4DH
Wildland Firefighter (Hotshot/Handcrew) – GW 5 – Announcement # 26-TEMPF3-R6-2PC028-5DH
Click HERE to go to USA Jobs
Permanent Fire Hire Announcement Numbers and Dates
The application period for permanent positions is open from: 08/22/2025-09/23/2025
Entry Level FF (GW 3/4, Full Potential GW5) 13/13 – 26-FIRE-P1R610OCR-FFTR-34DH
IHC Senior Firefighter (GW 4/5)- 26-FIRE-P1R14610-IHCRW-45DH
IHC Lead Firefighter (GW 5/6)- 26-FIRE-P1R14610-HCREW-56DH
IHC Squad Leader(GW6/7)- 26-FIRE-P1VA-IHCSQLR-67DH
IHC Asst. Supt.(GW 7/8)- 26-FIRE-P1VA-IHCASST-78DH
IHC Supt.(GW10) – 26-FIRE-P1VA-IHCSUPT-10DH
Remember the USA Jobs application period closes at 11:59 PM EST, make sure you have your application and required documents uploaded and submitted before this time!
Anticipated Vacancies for Winema IHC for 2025 Season
There have been some big changes in the IHC world. Our crew will be a running 1 supt, 2 asst supt, 3 squad leaders, 2 Lead FF, 9 Senior FF/WFAP, and 8 seasonal employees.
GS 4/5 Seasonal Crewmembers- 4-5
GS 4/5 Seniors/Apprentice- 2-4
GS 5/6 Lead Firefighter – 0-1
GS 6/7 Squad Leaders- 0-1
GS 7/8 Assistant Superintendent – 1
GS 8/9 Superintendent- 0