Seasonal Northwoods Module Burn Crew Member – The Nature Conservancy (Ely, MN)

Conservation Corps Minnesota & Iowa; Minnesota; On-site; USD 27,552 - 29,136; Part time

Job summary

A regional environmental organization in Minnesota seeks a Seasonal Burn Crew Member. The role involves participating in prescribed burns, maintaining equipment, and assisting in ecosystem restoration efforts. This position offers an hourly wage between $20.00 – $21.15 based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in prescribed burning operations.
• Prepare burn units and maintain equipment.
• Control invasive species and assist in ecosystem restoration.

Job description

Seasonal Northwoods Module Burn Crew Member – The Nature Conservancy (Ely, MN)

The Northwoods program partners closely with the Superior National Forest, The Nature Conservancy’s Northeast Minnesota Fuels Planner, and other partners in the area. As one of our Burn Crew Members, you will participate in prescribed burning operations in partnership with other non-profit organizations, state and federal agencies, and Tribes. This includes ignition, holding, mop-up, and post-burn patrol. You will also be responsible for burn unit preparation, equipment maintenance, timber stand improvement projects, invasive species control, and other projects as assigned that are essential to fire operations and ecosystem restoration.

Hourly rate range: $20.00 – 21.15/hour, dependent on experience.