Field Operations Foreman: Forestry & Prescribed Fire Lead

HorseShoe Beverage Company; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

BurnBot seeks a Field Operations Foreman to lead field crews in forestry and prescribed fire projects. The role focuses on direct supervision, day-to-day execution, safety, and adherence to project plans while coordinating with Operations Management on-site.

You will supervise specialists, ensure safe, efficient work, and maintain equipment readiness across transportation corridors under a long-term vegetation management contract.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel extensively (up to 75%).
• CDL Class A (required or obtained within defined onboarding period).
• 5+ years of experience in forestry, fuels mitigation, vegetation management, or wildland fire operations.
• 3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment.
• 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 100 lbs, uneven terrain, long days outdoors).

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise Operations Specialists and Senior Operations Specialists in daily field activities for forestry, fuels mitigation, and prescribed fire projects.
• 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, timber harvest plans, and company standards.
• Identify hazards, manage risk, and exercise stop-work authority when conditions warrant.
• Maintain advanced proficiency in chainsaw operations and heavy equipment operations.
• Ensure equipment, tools, and vehicles are staged, maintained, and used correctly; communicate equipment needs, failures, and logistical issues to Operations Management.
• Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for Operations Superintendents, partners, and stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Crew leadership

Field operations

Safety compliance

Heavy equipment operation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Fire Science, Natural Resources, or related field

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

GIS Data Analysis

Job description

BurnBot seeks a Field Operations Foreman to lead field crews in forestry and prescribed fire projects. The role focuses on direct supervision, day-to-day execution, safety, and adherence to project plans while coordinating with Operations Management on-site.

You will supervise specialists, ensure safe, efficient work, and maintain equipment readiness across transportation corridors under a long-term vegetation management contract.