Seasonal Burn Crew Member

The Nature Conservancy•Babson Park, FL

11d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Burn Crew Member (BCM) participates in wild land fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. The BCM will participate in preparing firelines, maintaining equipment, prescribed burning, mop-up, post-burn monitoring, and other tasks assigned. May perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. As part of BCM’s ongoing professional development, they will be responsible for keeping abreast of new burn techniques and equipment to enhance skills and maintain/grow professional fire certification credentials. In addition, they shall work to build and maintain relationships in the professional fire community and in the local community where the Conservancy works. This may include participation in prescribed fire activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies. The BCM will represent The Nature Conservancy’s Central Florida Ecosystem Restoration Team (ERT) in the places they work. Their attitude and fire practitioner skills will be important as we prepare fire lines, maintain equipment, conduct pre- and post-burn monitoring, and do other prescribed fire related tasks. They may perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire. They will be asked to serve in roles that commensurate with their qualification and experience. The intent of this position is to provide support for prescribed fire operations on conservation lands throughout Central Florida. This is a full-time, seasonal, hourly wage position, and overtime applies after the first 40 hours each week. Lodging will be provided at either The Disney Wilderness Preserve, Kissimmee, FL or Tiger Creek Preserve, Babson Park, FL.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to obtain the qualifications for Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2), including Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fire line (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn serving under the supervision of a qualified FFT2 as a requirement for this position. See TNC Fire Management Manual.
Must achieve physical fitness standards of Arduous pack test as determined by the local Fire Program Manager and the TNC Fire Manual.
Experience operating various types of equipment (T6 engines, UTVs, ATVs, chainsaws, etc.)
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g., First Aid, CPR).
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Nice To Haves

S-212 Wildland Chainsaw Training or equivalent
Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated.
6 months-1 year of related experience.
Ability and willingness to follow instructions from colleagues.

Responsibilities

Work under the supervision of the Senior Burn Crew Member and Land Conservation Specialist
Works as a team player in a high-stress environment.
Assist with all aspects of prescribed burning.
Maintain assigned equipment
Perform other land management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire, including invasive species treatments and hardwood reduction projects.
Ability to perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Operate 4x4 Trucks, ATVs, UTVs, tractors, chain saws, leaf blowers, trailers, and a variety of power tools
Maintain accurate records of work time.
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.