Seasonal Prescribed Fire Burn Crew Member (Coastal NC)

The Nature Conservancy (All); Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy in Wilmington, NC seeks a NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Member to support prescribed fire operations and habitat restoration. You will help build fire lines, monitor post-burn activities, and contribute to preserve management while expanding your skills and certifications.

The role offers training, flexibility including nights and weekends, and housing is provided. Applicants must hold RXCM or FFT2 certifications, pass fitness tests, and have a valid driver’s license;

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• RXCM or FFT2 certification with required courses (I-100, L-180, S-190, S-130) and supervised burn.
• Walk 3 miles in under 45 minutes with a 45 lbs weight vest to meet fitness standards.
• Experience operating chainsaws, ATVs/UTVs, T6 engines and tractors.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• CPR/herbicide certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in prescribed fire activities including burn unit prep, operations, staff/volunteer management, equipment maintenance, mop up, and monitoring.
• Engages in longleaf pine restoration when weather is unsuitable, e.g., timber stand improvement, invasive species treatment, thinning, planting, monitoring.
• Maintains preserves and buildings, including tools, fences, gates, boundaries, grounds and structures.

Skills

Physical fitness

Multilingual skills

Ability to follow instructions

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chainsaws

ATVs/UTVs

T6 Engines

Tractors

Job description

The Nature Conservancy in Wilmington, NC seeks a NC Coastal Plain Burn Crew Member to support prescribed fire operations and habitat restoration. You will help build fire lines, monitor post-burn activities, and contribute to preserve management while expanding your skills and certifications.

The role offers training, flexibility including nights and weekends, and housing is provided. Applicants must hold RXCM or FFT2 certifications, pass fitness tests, and have a valid driver’s license;