Field Operations Superintendent - Vegetation Management

Burnbot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BurnBot is seeking a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee field operations across multiple crews and projects in Irvine, CA. The role balances administrative duties with hands-on field engagement, acting as the operational bridge between field leadership and BurnBot Directors.

The role leads Foremen, guides safety and regulatory compliance, supports planning and proposal development, and ensures alignment between planning and execution. Exempt, $100k–$120k/year.

Qualifications

• Must supervise multiple crews or foremen and maintain safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Experience coordinating field operations across projects and crews.
• Strong knowledge of prescribed fire operations and field safety standards.
• Proven ability to manage reporting and operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee and support Field Operations Foremen across multiple crews and/or project sites.
• Ensure consistent execution of safety, quality, productivity, and professionalism.
• Provide guidance, direction, and corrective action to Foremen as needed.
• Maintain oversight of safety performance across all assigned operations.
• Ensure compliance with burn plans, timber harvest plans, safety policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Review incidents, near misses, and safety reports; implement corrective actions and improvements.
• Reinforce stop-work authority and risk management expectations at all levels.
• Own and manage all required operational reporting (Production, Safety, Equipment, Labor, Budget, etc.).
• Participate in job walks, pre-bid site visits, and scope development.
• Support long-range operational planning, including staffing needs, equipment acquisition, and seasonal workload balancing.
• Serve as a primary point of contact between field operations and BurnBot Directors.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Crew supervision

Field coordination

Safety oversight

Reporting/documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

ISA Arborist Certification

Tools

GIS Data Analysis

Job description

BurnBot is seeking a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee field operations across multiple crews and projects in Irvine, CA. The role balances administrative duties with hands-on field engagement, acting as the operational bridge between field leadership and BurnBot Directors.

The role leads Foremen, guides safety and regulatory compliance, supports planning and proposal development, and ensures alignment between planning and execution. Exempt, $100k–$120k/year.