Burn Crew Member

The Burn Crew Member (BCM) participates in wild land fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. As part of the 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 wild land fire suppression activities in partnership with other non-profits, local fire departments, and local, state and federal agencies, tribal or indigenous, either as a TNC employee, or as a volunteer or short-term employee of the partner entity (such as an administratively determined, short term federal employee). They may work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

The Tennessee Chapter has a robust prescribed fire management program. We work alongside of government agencies to improve forest health and resiliency by strategically implementing prescribed burns in the Appalachian landscape. Your role as a seasonal fire employee is critical to our success. We typically assist with burning 10,000 acres to 25,000 acres per season which makes for a busy time.

With this amount of burning, you will receive some valuable experience around ecologically based prescribed burning in hardwood forests.

The spring fire season begins in February and ends in April. The Tennessee Business Unit is recruiting up to 6 Burn Crew Members for our squads based near Tellico Plains and Crossville, TN. Burn Crew Members are responsible for the safe and effective implementation of prescribed burning, fire line preparation, and use and maintenance of equipment while working under the Burn Crew Manager, Burn Boss, or other command positions.

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your skills and begin or grow your career in fire management. Housing is provided for non-local employees. This is an hourly, seasonal position beginning February 8 and ending April 16 with a pay range of $19.50 to $21.00 USD per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Ready to be a part of wildland fire operations? Join us as a Burn Crew Member (BCM) and be at the heart of the action! From ignition to mop-up, you'll tackle tasks like preparing fire lines and monitoring post-burn activities. But that's not all – your journey with us means continuous growth. Master new techniques and equipment to level up your skills and certifications.

Plus, you'll build strong relationships within the fire community and local areas where we operate.

Be sure to include in your resume, IQCS qualifications, training, and preferred locations. For preferred locations please list in order of preference top 1 (most preferred) to 2 (least preferred). The locations are Tellico Plains and Crossville, TN.

• 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 IC? S? no.
• Must achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
• Experience operating various types of equipment.
• Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required (e.g., First Aid, CPR, Driver's License).

• Qualified as a Fire Fighter Type 2.
• Faller 3 qualified.
• ATV / UTV operator qualified.
• Experience operating utility vehicles and water pumps.
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