Senior Field Operations Specialist – Heavy Equipment

BurnBot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BurnBot is recruiting a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to join our Field Operations team in Los Angeles. The role covers daily inspection and maintenance of equipment, performing mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and upholding safety standards to support BurnBot’s mission.

Compensation is $32.00-$38.00 per hour and includes considerations for location and experience. The non-exempt, hourly role expects travel along the West Coast and frequent fieldwork in

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel extensively (up to 75%).
• Minimum 2 years operating heavy equipment.
• Familiar with fire mitigation or vegetation management.
• Ability to perform field diagnostics and equipment maintenance.
• Comfortable working in remote, rugged outdoor environments.
• Excellent customer service and safety awareness.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lbs and work 8+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate BurnBot’s remote mastication units in the field.
• Navigate rugged terrain and vegetation using heavy equipment best practices.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and field maintenance on machinery.
• Coordinate with leadership on daily production goals and project updates.
• Comply with state and federal safety regulations.
• Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees at worksites.
• Maintain a safe, productive and positive working environment.
• Adapt to a fast changing environment and priorities.

Skills

CDL class A

Heavy equipment exp

Travel up to 75%

Remote outdoor work

Customer service

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

BurnBot is recruiting a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to join our Field Operations team in Los Angeles. The role covers daily inspection and maintenance of equipment, performing mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and upholding safety standards to support BurnBot’s mission.

Compensation is $32.00-$38.00 per hour and includes considerations for location and experience. The non-exempt, hourly role expects travel along the West Coast and frequent fieldwork in