Prescribed Fire Crew Member – Field Operations

Nature; Southern Pines (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy is seeking Burn Crew Members for Southern Pines, NC. You will support prescribed fire operations, burn unit prep, mop up, and post-burn monitoring, while contributing to restoration and maintenance tasks in the preserve.

You will work under supervision in demanding conditions, with opportunities to gain certifications, build firefighting skills, and engage with local partners. Housing is provided; roles are full-time, on site.

Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• Qualified as a Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) including ICS/IS-700 training.
• Must meet local physical fitness standards.
• Experience operating various types of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in high-stress prescribed fire and wildfire activities, including burn unit prep and mop up.
• Assist with restoration, thinning, planting, and biological surveys when not burning.
• Maintain preserves, tools, equipment, fences, and grounds.
• Support state/federal partners during burn operations and travel as needed.
• Assist on wildland fires with partners as needed.

Skills

FFT2 certification

Physical fitness

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Nature Conservancy is seeking Burn Crew Members for Southern Pines, NC. You will support prescribed fire operations, burn unit prep, mop up, and post-burn monitoring, while contributing to restoration and maintenance tasks in the preserve.

You will work under supervision in demanding conditions, with opportunities to gain certifications, build firefighting skills, and engage with local partners. Housing is provided; roles are full-time, on site.