NWSA is National in scope and is a non-profit association. We have approximately 285 member organizations throughout the U.S. and we represent about 10,000 employees. NWSA has an approved training program, is professionally managed by an elected Board of Directors.
The National Wildfire Suppression Association (NWSA) instructor certification programs are designed to provide resources that meet or exceed all training, safety, experience, and physical fitness standards.
Our member companies are professional private firefighting companies that provide resource and firefighters to agencies on a national level. We have a job openings page for those that have posted with us. Keep checking back as we will keep posting new opening as they let us know.
The NWSA Training Storage System currently houses training for over 30,000 firefighters working for the Professional Private Wildland Fire Services. It is a web based system that can be accessed by NWSA Member Companies and NWSA Certified Instructors as well as through a guest login for agency personnel.
When the magnitude of an event exceeds agency resources, these agencies can call in reinforcements from professional wildland fire contractors: 20-person firefighting crews, timber faller modules, engines, tenders and other specialized equipment.
Here you will find the latest listings from our community members. Click a category below to pick between current job listings or browse the current equipment listed for sale. You can also post an advertisement of your own.