Senior Burn Crew Member

The Nature Conservancy

. Participate in wildland fire operations, including ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, and monitoring .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeMorehead • Kentucky • United StatesSenior💰 $22 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in wildland fire operations, including ignition, control, and suppression, while maintaining professional fire certifications. Capable of managing staff and volunteers effectively in fire-related activities and collaborating with various agencies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Wildland Fire OperationsPrescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM)Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2)Firefighting Training (S-130)Multi-lingual Skills

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Hard Skills

Fire SuppressionEquipment OperationFire Line PreparationPost-Burn MonitoringPhysical Fitness Standards

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationVolunteer ManagementRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

ATV/UTV OperationCommon Software Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

First AidCPRFirefighter Type 1 (Desired)Wildland Fire Faller (Desired)

Industry Keywords

Land ManagementEcologically Based Prescribed BurningBurn Crew ManagerLocal, State, and Federal Agencies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in wildland fire operations, including ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, and monitoring
Oversee staff and volunteers during fire-related activities
Conduct other land management activities as assigned by a Burn Crew Manager or other command position
Keep abreast of new burn techniques and equipment
Maintain and grow professional fire certification credentials
Build and maintain relationships in the professional fire and local communities
Participate in wildland fire suppression activities with nonprofits, fire departments, and local, state, and federal agencies
Assist with prescribed burns and ecologically based prescribed burning in hardwood forests
Prepare fire lines
Use and maintain equipment
Monitor post-burn activities
Work under a Burn Crew Manager, Burn Boss, or other command positions

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to obtain qualifications for Prescribed Fire Crew Member (RXCM) or Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2)
Must obtain Introduction to ICS (I-100), Human Factors on the Fireline (L-180), Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior (S-190), Firefighting Training (S-130), and one training burn under a qualified FFT2
Must achieve physical fitness standards determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and TNC Fire Management Manual
Experience operating various types of equipment
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required, such as First Aid and CPR
Firefighter Type 1 qualified (desired)
Wildland Fire Faller qualified (desired)
ATV/UTV operator qualified (desired)
Experience driving off-road, loading, and towing trailers (desired)
Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated
Experience managing volunteers or entry-level staff (desired)
Ability and willingness to work in a team environment
Two or more years of experience in fire operations related to land management or a similar field (desired)
Working knowledge of common software applications such as Word, Excel, and web browsers
Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program
Must meet background screening requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Housing is provided for non-local employees
Crew housing is provided
Health care benefits
Flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
Parental leave
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Other life and work well-being benefits
Flexible work environment
Career development opportunities
Flexible schedules