Lead Wildland Fire Crew Member: Prescribed Burns

Nature; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Crew housing provided

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Senior Burn Crew Member for a seasonal, hourly role near London, Corbin, and Morehead. You will work under a Burn Crew Manager to assist with prescribed fire operations, fire line prep, and equipment maintenance, supporting ecologically based burning programs.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and the ability to obtain RXCM/FFT2 qualifications, plus fitness standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain RXCM/FFT2 qualifications and ICS/I-100 training.
• Must meet physical fitness standards per Fire Management Manual.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff and volunteers during prescribed fire activities.
• Assist with fire line preparation and post-burn monitoring.
• Maintain and operate fire management equipment.
• Collaborate with Burn Crew Manager and other agencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Multilingual skills

Volunteer management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Web browsers

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in Kentucky seeks a Senior Burn Crew Member for a seasonal, hourly role near London, Corbin, and Morehead. You will work under a Burn Crew Manager to assist with prescribed fire operations, fire line prep, and equipment maintenance, supporting ecologically based burning programs.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and the ability to obtain RXCM/FFT2 qualifications, plus fitness standards.