Field Ops Leader, Vegetation Management & Fire Prevention

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

Job summary

BurnBot is hiring a Field Operations Superintendent in Irvine, CA to oversee field operations across multiple crews. The role blends administrative duties with on‑site leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on vegetation management projects along transportation corridors.

The position is exempt with a salary of $100,000 to $120,000 per year and requires a CDL, travel up to 75%, and 5+ years in forestry or wildland fire operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Fire Science, Natural Resources, or related field is preferred.
• ISA Arborist Certification is a plus.
• GIS Data Analysis skills are beneficial in this role.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee and support Field Operations Foremen across multiple crews and/or project sites.
• Ensure consistent execution of safety, quality, productivity, and professionalism standards.
• 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.
• 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 and equipment acquisition.
• Serve as a primary contact between field operations and BurnBot Directors.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

ISA Arborist Certification

GIS Data Analysis

Job description

BurnBot is hiring a Field Operations Superintendent in Irvine, CA to oversee field operations across multiple crews. The role blends administrative duties with on‑site leadership, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance on vegetation management projects along transportation corridors.

The position is exempt with a salary of $100,000 to $120,000 per year and requires a CDL, travel up to 75%, and 5+ years in forestry or wildland fire operations.