Wildland Fire Burn Crew Lead (Seasonal)

The Nature Conservancy; Tellico Plains (TN); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided during full-time

Job summary

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad in wildland fire activities in Tennessee. You will oversee burn operations, manage equipment, and handle administrative tasks to ensure safety and readiness.

The role emphasizes staying current with techniques and building community relationships. This seasonal, hourly position runs Feb 8–Apr 16 as full-time, with housing provided during the full-time period.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1-year training in fire operations or related field.
• Qualified Fire Fighter Type 1 (Squad Boss) and FFT1 task book.
• Two or more seasons as a Senior Burn Crew Member or equivalent.
• Must meet physical fitness standards per Fire Manager and TNC Fire Manual.
• Experience operating and maintaining various equipment.
• Experience supervising staff or volunteers.
• May require licenses such as CPR or herbicide application.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a squad of 2–7 Burn Crew Members during wildland fire activities.
• Lead burn operations, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and readiness.
• Handle administrative tasks: time reporting, accomplishment tracking, logistics, and purchases.
• Stay current with burn techniques and build professional relationships in the fire community.

Skills

Fire operations

Staff supervision

NWCG Single Resource Boss – EngineBoss

UTV operator

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

FFT1 task book completed

Tools

NWCG qualifications

Job description

The Nature Conservancy seeks a Burn Crew Manager to lead a squad in wildland fire activities in Tennessee. You will oversee burn operations, manage equipment, and handle administrative tasks to ensure safety and readiness.

The role emphasizes staying current with techniques and building community relationships. This seasonal, hourly position runs Feb 8–Apr 16 as full-time, with housing provided during the full-time period.