Senior Heavy Equipment Operator – Field Fire & Fuel Ops

Burnbot; Sonora (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Criminal background check + drug test

Job summary

BurnBot is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to join our Field Operations team in Sonora, CA, with field work throughout the Central Sierras region. The role involves daily inspection and maintenance of equipment, conducting mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and upholding safety standards to ensure customer satisfaction.

The position is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $32-$38, with travel up to 75% and CDL required within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License and flexibility to travel extensively (up to 75%).
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License required within first 90 days of employment.
• 2+ years operating heavy equipment (e.g., masticators, mulchers, skid steers or other forestry machinery).
• Familiarity with fire mitigation or vegetation management projects.
• Ability to perform field diagnostics and equipment maintenance.
• Comfortable working in remote, rugged outdoor environments.
• Excellent customer service skills; positive service mindset.
• Physical ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs; 8+ hours days.

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 all state and federal regulations; safety or otherwise.
• Maintain and promote a safe, productive and positive working environment.
• Operate chainsaw to fell, delimb and buck trees at worksites.
• Adapt to a fast-changing environment and work priorities.
• Learn, ask questions and take on new responsibilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Heavy equipment ops

Travel up to 75%

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

BurnBot is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator / Senior Operations Specialist to join our Field Operations team in Sonora, CA, with field work throughout the Central Sierras region. The role involves daily inspection and maintenance of equipment, conducting mechanical and prescribed fire fuel treatments, and upholding safety standards to ensure customer satisfaction.

The position is non-exempt with an hourly rate of $32-$38, with travel up to 75% and CDL required within 90 days.