Field Ops Lead & Heavy Equipment Operator

BurnBot; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Extensive travel up to 75%

Job summary

BurnBot seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to inspect and maintain equipment, perform mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and uphold safety standards while supportingBurnBot’s mission in field operations.

The role is non-exempt with an hourly pay rate of $32-$38, and candidates may be asked to travel extensively. Central Sierras region with site in Sonora, CA; remote field work across the area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and willingness to travel up to 75%.
• CDL Class A within first 90 days of employment.
• 2+ years operating heavy equipment (masticators, mulchers, skid steers).
• Familiarity with fire mitigation or vegetation management.
• Ability to perform field diagnostics and equipment maintenance.
• Comfortable working in remote, rugged outdoor environments.
• Excellent customer service skills and service mindset.
• Physically able to lift up to 100 lbs and work 8+ hours.
• Willing to travel along the west coast 5+ days, up to 75% time.
• Willing to get certified to operate equipment on fire assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate BurnBot’s remote mastication units in the field.
• Navigate rugged terrain and vegetation using heavy equipment best practices.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and field maintenance on machinery.
• Coordinate with leadership on daily production goals and project updates.
• Comply with all state and federal regulations; safety or otherwise.
• Maintain and promote a safe, productive and positive working environment.
• Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees at worksites.
• Strong bias for action and the ability to execute tasks with or without guidance.
• Adapt to a fast-changing environment and work priorities.
• Desire to learn, ask questions and take on new responsibilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Customer service mindset

Flexibility to travel

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

Heavy equipment (masticators/mulchers/skid steers)

Job description

BurnBot seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to inspect and maintain equipment, perform mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and uphold safety standards while supportingBurnBot’s mission in field operations.

The role is non-exempt with an hourly pay rate of $32-$38, and candidates may be asked to travel extensively. Central Sierras region with site in Sonora, CA; remote field work across the area.