Engine Boss – Lead Wildland Fire Crew (Housing Included)

The Nature Conservancy (All); Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in Morehead, KY is seeking an Engine Boss to lead a Type VI engine crew in wildland fire operations. You will oversee daily crew activities, manage time reporting, planning, and safety, and ensure readiness of equipment for prescribed burns and suppression tasks.

This hourly, seasonal full-time role runs January to April with housing during the full-time period and a pay range of $28.00 to $29.50 per hour. Strong field fitness and firefighting credentials are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and 1 year of training in fire operations or related field.
• FFT1 certification and completion of FFT1 task book, as per Conservancy Fire Management Manual.
• Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or similar agency qualification.
• Must meet physical fitness standards set by the local Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
• Experience operating and maintaining various types of equipment.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• Licensed and certified in related areas such as First Aid/CPR or herbicide application if required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily engine crew operations and administrative tasks including time reporting and planning.
• Ensure safety of crew, readiness of Type VI engine and equipment, and tackle logistics.
• Maintain tools/equipment and monitor crew performance and training.
• Engage with fire community partners and related agencies as needed.

Skills

Fire operations

Crew supervision

Physical fitness

Off-road driving

Education

High school diploma

FFT1 certification

Tools

First Aid/CPR

Herbicide application license

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in Morehead, KY is seeking an Engine Boss to lead a Type VI engine crew in wildland fire operations. You will oversee daily crew activities, manage time reporting, planning, and safety, and ensure readiness of equipment for prescribed burns and suppression tasks.

This hourly, seasonal full-time role runs January to April with housing during the full-time period and a pay range of $28.00 to $29.50 per hour. Strong field fitness and firefighting credentials are required.