Sawyer / Fuels Reduction - Operations Specialist

BurnBot; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

BurnBot is seeking Field Operations Specialists to join our on-the-ground wildfire fuel reduction crews in Reno, NV. This hands-on role uses chainsaws and hand tools to cut, limb, and clear trees and brush, supporting fire mitigation and land management projects.

You will operate outdoors in the Tahoe region with field sites in Carson City and surrounding areas. Travel up to 75% of the time across the west coast, requiring physical stamina and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Over one year of chainsaw operation experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to seek assistance when needed.
• Strong customer service mindset and communication.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Comfort with outdoor, physically demanding labor.
• Willingness to travel 5+ days, up to 75% time.
• Enthusiasm for BurnBot’s mission.
• Experience in vegetation management or fuels mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaws, hand tools and brush-clearing equipment to remove vegetation.
• Limb, buck, drag and pile brush and small trees.
• Support fire mitigation and land management projects.
• Maintain a clean, safe worksite and follow all field safety protocols.
• Travel to job sites, often in remote or rugged locations.
• Comply with all state and federal regulations, safety or otherwise.
• Ensure issued equipment is properly maintained and clean at all times.
• Perform minor repairs on hand tools, power equipment and vehicles, as needed.
• Assess site, terrain and weather conditions before operating equipment to ensure personal and team safety.
• Strong bias for action and the ability to execute assigned tasks with or without guidance.
• Adapt to a fast changing environment and work priorities.
• Desire to learn, ask questions and take on new responsibilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Chainsaw operation

Physical stamina

Customer service

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Reno, Reno, NV, 89504, United States
• Base Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 / Hour
• Employee Type: Non-Exempt (FT)

About BurnBot

BurnBot provides systematic fuels treatment services to prevent destructive wildfires. We're firefighters, scientists, engineers, prescribed fire practitioners, ecologists, and community members who are answering the call to scale fuel treatment capacity. Our modern fuel treatment system recognizes and supports conservation efforts with a clean, smoke-free process. We need technology to amplify our workforces with targeted use of synthetic fire to treat fuel loads 10x faster than previously possible.

The Role

BurnBot is seeking Field Operations Specialists to join our on-the-ground wildfire fuel reduction crews. This role is hands-on and physically demanding. You’ll be working outdoors using chainsaws and hand tools to cut, limb, and clear trees and brush. We’re looking for individuals who have real-world field experience; whether you’ve worked in forestry, wildland fire suppression, fuels mitigation or vegetation management. With a focus on completing a variety of work to ensure our customers satisfaction.

This role is a non-exempt role with an hourly rate $24-$32. However, we do consider many factors when creating job offers, including (but not limited to), the role, location, responsibilities, experience, training, education, and skillset.

This role is in our Tahoe region with a physical site in Carson City but with field work throughout the area.

Required Tasks

• Operate chainsaws, hand tools and brush-clearing equipment to remove vegetation
• Limb, buck, drag and pile brush and small trees
• Support fire mitigation and land management projects
• Maintain a clean, safe worksite and follow all field safety protocols
• Travel to job sites, often in remote or rugged locations
• Comply with all state and federal regulations, safety or otherwise
• Ensure issued equipment is properly maintained and clean at all times
• Perform minor repairs on hand tools, power equipment and vehicles, as needed
• Assess site, terrain and weather conditions before operating equipment to ensure personal and team safety
• Strong bias for action and the ability to execute assigned tasks with or without guidance
• Adapt to a fast changing environment and work priorities
• Desire to learn, ask questions and take on new responsibilities as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• More than one year of experience operating and maintaining a chainsaw
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Utilize personal knowledge to resolve issues and ability to discern when to seek assistance for efficient, effective resolutions
• Excellent customer service skills, including listening, responding and assisting with a positive, of service mindset
• Physical ability to lift/push/pull weights of up to 100 lbs. with regularity
• Comfortable with physically demanding, outdoor labor in varying conditions
• Willingness to travel 5+ days along the west coast, up to 75% of the time (and will most likely be home for the weekends)
• Passion for Burnbot’s mission
• Experience in vegetation management, tree work, or hazardous fuels mitigation

It would be cool if you…

• Have any of the following certifications; FFT1, FFT2, FALB, FIRB, CRWB, ENGB
• Have experience in wildland firefighting, prescribed burns, forestry, timber, logging, or as a sawyer, faller or arborist
• Have a Commercial Driver’s License (preferably, Class A)
• Have experience operating farm, forestry, equipment or other heavy equipment, trucks and large trailers
• Have any welding experience

Burnbot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including but not limited to, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with one or more disabilities, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [phone] x 1010 or [e-mail].