Lead Field Operations — Vegetation Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Criminal background check package + DR

Drug test

Job summary

BurnBot is seeking a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee field operations across multiple crews and projects in Los Angeles, CA. This role balances administrative duties with active field engagement and serves as the bridge between field leadership and BurnBot management.

You will lead safety and quality initiatives, manage reporting and planning, and participate in job walks and scope development for vegetation management along transportation corridors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel up to 75%.
• CDL Class A (required or obtained within onboarding period).
• 5+ years experience in forestry, fuels mitigation, vegetation management, or wildland fire operations.
• Experience supervising multiple crews or foremen.
• Experience working with public agencies and regulatory bodies.
• Strong knowledge of prescribed fire operations, forestry equipment, and field safety standards.
• Proven ability to manage reporting, documentation, and operational planning.
• Physical ability to perform demanding field work (lifting up to 100 lbs, uneven terrain, long days).

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 operations.
• Ensure compliance with burn plans, timber harvest plans, safety policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Review incidents and safety reports; implement corrective actions.
• Own and manage all required operational reporting (Production, Safety, Equipment, Labor, Budget).
• Participate in job walks, pre-bid site visits, and scope development.
• Support long-range operational planning including staffing and equipment acquisition.

Skills

Leadership

Safety compliance

Field operations

Reporting & planning

Communication

Vehicle operation knowledge

Physical endurance

Regulatory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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

Tools

GIS Data Analysis

Job description

BurnBot is seeking a Field Operations Superintendent to oversee field operations across multiple crews and projects in Los Angeles, CA. This role balances administrative duties with active field engagement and serves as the bridge between field leadership and BurnBot management.

You will lead safety and quality initiatives, manage reporting and planning, and participate in job walks and scope development for vegetation management along transportation corridors.