Forestry Strike Team Crew Lead

Larimer-County-1; Colorado; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Larimer County is seeking a crew lead to supervise a small team of experienced sawyers on wildfire mitigation, restoration, and landscape maintenance projects. The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and public outreach to build community relationships.

The position runs 8:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, as a temporary assignment with an anticipated end date in early May 2027. Duties include logging, incident reporting, and ensuring crew accountability.

Qualifications

• Certification and ability to supervise temporary staff.
• First Aid certification required by date of hire.
• S212 Wildland Chainsaw certification (Feller A by date of hire; Feller B preferred).
• Valid Driver's License by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a small team of sawyers during wildfire mitigation and restoration projects.
• Oversee safety, compliance, and lead accountability for the crew.
• Operate light equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and wood splitters.
• Represent the program at community events and partner with residents and agencies.
• Complete logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Maintain positive relations with county employees and external partners.

Skills

Direct supervision

Leadership

Safety practices

Community outreach

Tools

Chainsaws

Brush chippers

Wood splitters

Job description

Crew lead responsible for overseeing a small team of experienced sawyers. Supervises a crew performing wildfire mitigation and education projects, environmental restoration, and landscape maintenance. Responsible for ensuring safety and compliance, and representing the program through community outreach and public education initiatives.

The typical schedule for this position is 8 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Temporary Position, anticipated end date in early May 2027.

What you'll be doing:

• Exercising direct supervision over temporary staff during daily work.
• Performing wildfire mitigation and environmental restoration, including tree removal and biomass management.
• Operating a variety of light equipment, including chainsaws, brush chippers, wood splitters, etc.
• Participating in community events, meetings, and programs promoting services and building relationships with residents, businesses, and other agencies.
• Completing logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Managing and monitoring crew safety and provides lead accountability and support for the crew.

What we're looking for:

• Certification as a S212 (Wildland Chainsaw Certification) Feller A required by date of hire, Feller B preferred.
• Possession of First Aid certification required by date of hire, Wilderness First Aid preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.
• Knowledge, skills, and experience implementing safe work practices, conservation techniques, and the principles of supervision and leadership.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and members of the community.
• Experience working in a team environment among a diverse group.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire, required.
• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) Certification preferred.
• Certification as a S212 (Wildland Chainsaw Certification) Feller A required by date of hire; S212 Feller B preferred.

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Benefits

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available. To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

To view the full job description, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Forestry~Sawyer_Crew_Lead_TEMP

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.