Uwharrie Prescribed Fire​/Fuels Seasonal Crewmember

• Full-time
• Compensation: up to USD 20 - hourly

The Ember Alliance (TEA) is a national organization of wildland fire practitioners, researchers, analysts, and instructors. The mission of TEA is to restore the relationship between communities and fire on the landscape. TEA is a just and transparent workplace that strives for clear and kind communication. We are dedicated to a workplace that recognizes the inherent value of our employees, supports work/ life balance, and encourages growth.

Learn more about TEA at https://ember alliance.org

Position Description

The Ember Alliance is hiring2seasonal,6-month prescribed firecrewmemberpositionsin Troy, NC. The Prescribed Fire/Fuels Modulecrewmemberswill play an integral role inrestoringhabitat andreducing wildfire risk in central North Carolina.

This positionwillparticipateintheday-to-day operations of a module focused onaiding partners on prescribed fireand natural resource management projects. The position is predominantly inthe field, in potentially difficult environmental conditions such ashot and humidorcoldweather, loose footing, and steep terrain.

Crewmemberswillbe required to pass the Arduous Work Capacity Test.

Candidates should have a passion for increasing the pace and scale of prescribed fire on public and private lands, increasing diversity and inclusion in the fire practitioner community,and building skills and confidence for fire practitioners from all backgrounds and experience levels in an inclusive and supportive operational environment.

A successful candidate will have a passion for developing prescribed fire and wildland fire skills and experience, the ability to embrace adversity and uncertainty, and a clear commitment to working with diverse populations in an inclusive environment. The position will primarily focus onnatural resource management in the field in a team setting.

The duty location is Troy, NC, but work site locations will vary.

Housing is provided at no cost to employees(See below for further benefit details).

This position will requireassistingwith implementation of prescribed fire on public and private lands.

A successful candidate will show enthusiasm for working with thepublic anddemonstrateproficiencyand professionalism while on private property.

The module willassistin project workor other duties as assigned by partners when notparticipatingin prescribed fire operations.

Theseprojectsmay include timber stand improvement, trail maintenance, invasive species removal through chemical and mechanical methods, and wetland restoration.

Responsibilities

• Participate in prescribed fire operations or other work as assigned by agency representatives, including but not limited to tree planting, treatment of non-native invasive plant species, campground cleanup, trail maintenance,ecological surveys,and timber stand improvement (TSI)
• Mustparticipatein best practices to reduce the spreadof COVID-19
• Complete prescribed fire operations at the direction of the Burn Boss to implement safe, moderate complexity prescribed burning
• Operate chainsaws, hand tools, hose lays, backpack sprayers, portable pumps, engines, and other equipment on prescribed fire operations and fuels reduction projects
• Maintain crew supplies, equipment, and vehicles as directed
• Travel for extended periods of time and work outside of normal business hours
• Attend partnership meetings, informational field trips, andtrainingsfor professional development to build knowledge and skills inthe field
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic, including a commitment to principles of Duty,Integrity and Respect
• Activelyparticipatein creating a kind, safe,and healthyworkenvironment which encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion of all people
• Employee maybe requiredtoparticipatein prescribed fire implementation, suppression, or training up to level of current qualification, on as needed basis asdeterminedby supervisor

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $20.00/hr.

Overtime will be based on operational needs. Paid leave and paid holiday benefits are provided. Employer-sponsored health and dental care coverage is available upon employment. Employer-matched retirement plan is available 3 months afterhire. Housing is provided (see below).

The Ember Alliance is an equal opportunity employer.

You may reach out with questions about this position to the crew lead, Matt Buice atmatthew.buice (at) ember alliance.org

Minimum Qualifications

• Understanding of risk management with a strong commitment to safety
• Ability to…