Senior Burn Crew Lead, Southern Blue Ridge Prescribed Fire

USA The Nature Conservancy; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Burn Crew Member at The Nature Conservancy leads prescribed fire preparation, ignition, and follow‑up across the Southern Blue Ridge. You will organize crews, manage safety, and ensure equipment readiness while working under stewardship managers and Burn Bosses in challenging field conditions.

compensation is $24.26 per hour with travel between meet-up locations and work sites; housing is not provided, and you must secure housing within commuting distance of Asheville, NC.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current FFT2 qualification including I-100, L-180, S-190, S-130, IS-700 and completion of a training burn.
• At least two seasons of FFT2 experience and ability to lead volunteers or small crews.

Responsibilities

• Lead prescribed fire prep, implementation, and follow‑up activities.
• Organize personnel and equipment and communicate work assignments.
• Maintain fire qualifications and ensure tools, engines, and UTVs are field-ready.

Skills

FFT2

Two seasons FFT2 experience

Volunteer leadership

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Senior Burn Crew Member at The Nature Conservancy leads prescribed fire preparation, ignition, and follow‑up across the Southern Blue Ridge. You will organize crews, manage safety, and ensure equipment readiness while working under stewardship managers and Burn Bosses in challenging field conditions.

compensation is $24.26 per hour with travel between meet-up locations and work sites; housing is not provided, and you must secure housing within commuting distance of Asheville, NC.