Field Fire Module Lead: Wildfire & Prescribed Fire Ops

Burnbot; Placerville (CA); Vor Ort; USD 62.000 - 77.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

BurnBot is seeking a Fire Module Leader to supervise field crews conducting wildfire, prescribed fire, RX2 operations, DSI, and UAS activities. This hands-on role demands strong safety leadership, day‑to‑day supervision, and a focus on quality, productivity, and regulatory compliance across all field projects.

Candidates may base out of Placerville, CA, or Medford, OR, with travel up to 75%. The position is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $45–$56; placement within the range depends on

Qualifikationen

• Willing to travel up to 75% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under company policy (driving company vehicles to remote sites).
• 5+ years of experience in wildland fire, fuels mitigation, vegetation management, or prescribed fire operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading crews in field operations.
• Strong working knowledge of field safety practices and regulatory compliance.
• Physical ability to perform demanding field work (lifting up to 50 lbs, uneven terrain).
• NWCG qualified ENGB or CRWB.

Aufgaben

• Directly supervise the Lead Fire Module Crewmember and Fire Module Crewmembers in daily field activities.
• Assign tasks, sequence work, and manage crew pacing to meet safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and corrective direction as needed.
• Ensure work is executed according to project scope, burn plans, SOPs, and company standards.
• Identify hazards, manage risk, and exercise stop-work authority when conditions warrant.
• Maintain advanced proficiency in engines, RX2 machines, chainsaws, DSI, UAVs, heavy equipment.
• Ensure equipment, tools, and vehicles are staged, maintained, and used correctly.

Kenntnisse

Travel up to 75%

Driver's license

5+ years in wildland fire

Crew leadership

Field safety knowledge

Physical capability

NWCG ENGB or CRWB

Jobbeschreibung

BurnBot is seeking a Fire Module Leader to supervise field crews conducting wildfire, prescribed fire, RX2 operations, DSI, and UAS activities. This hands-on role demands strong safety leadership, day‑to‑day supervision, and a focus on quality, productivity, and regulatory compliance across all field projects.

Candidates may base out of Placerville, CA, or Medford, OR, with travel up to 75%. The position is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $45–$56; placement within the range depends on