Field Leader: Wildland Fire & Crew Mentor

scacareers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Meals provided during workdays

Uniform package

Public Land Corps eligibility

Job summary

scacareers is seeking to fill a seasonal Crew Lead role for the 2027 USFS Region 8 Prescribed Fire Corps. The team will comprise four crew members plus a crew leader to support prescribed burns and related projects with the U.S. Forest Service.

Expect leadership training, USFS academy work, and a demanding schedule that includes long days, remote sites, and strenuous outdoor work. Housing and meals are provided with a competitive weekly pay and travel stipend.

Qualifications

• No prior wildland fire experience required.
• Must pass the Work Capacity Test (Arduous) in 45 minutes with a 45 lb vest.
• Must attend Crew Leader training (1/4–1/9/2027).
• US Work Authorization and 21+ years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with 3+ years and clean MVR.
• Wilderness First Aid certification or ability to obtain before start.
• Willing to perform manual labor up to 12 hours/day in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Crew Lead: facilitate teamwork and oversee field tasks.
• Mentor staff and environmental stewardship.
• Manage communication with SCA and USFS supervisors; ensure gear and PPE are maintained and used properly.
• Organize logistics, paperwork, and budgeting for the crew.
• Lead fuels reduction, wildfire response, and prescribed burnsprojekts.
• Lead additional projects such as recreation or conservation tasks as identified by USFS.
• Work variable hours, include long days and weekends, at remote locations in hazardous terrain.
• Follow safety policies and monitor well-being in challenging environments.

Skills

Willingness to perform manual labor

Pass Work Capacity Test

US Work Authorization

Valid driver’s license & MVR

Experience with youth/young adults

Physical stamina

Ability to lift 40+ pounds

Job description

scacareers is seeking to fill a seasonal Crew Lead role for the 2027 USFS Region 8 Prescribed Fire Corps. The team will comprise four crew members plus a crew leader to support prescribed burns and related projects with the U.S. Forest Service.

Expect leadership training, USFS academy work, and a demanding schedule that includes long days, remote sites, and strenuous outdoor work. Housing and meals are provided with a competitive weekly pay and travel stipend.