Burn Crew Member (BCM)
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a Burn Crew Member (BCM) in Hayward, Wisconsin, paying $22.00 per hour, for wild land fire operations and community relationship building.
- Role
- Burn Crew Member (BCM)
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- Hayward, Wisconsin
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $22.00 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Burn Crew Member (BCM) participates in wild land fire operations which include ignition, control, mop-up, suppression, monitoring, and other tasks as assigned. 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.
What you'll do
- Perform other preserve management duties when conditions are not conducive to prescribed fire.
- Work in a high-stress team environment.
- Perform heavy physical work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
- Obtain the qualifications for Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2).
- Achieve physical fitness standards as determined by the local Prescribed Fire Manager and the TNC Fire Management Manual.
- Operate various types of equipment.
What it takes
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must be able to obtain the qualifications for Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2).
- 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).
- Desired: Multi-lingual skills and multicultural or cross-cultural experience.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Hayward, Wisconsin.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $22.00 per hour.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a high school diploma, obtaining Fire Fighter Type 2 (FFT2) qualifications, and physical fitness standards.
How do I apply?
Apply as soon as possible, as the role may be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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