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About BurnBotBurnBot provides systematic fuels treatment services to prevent destructive wildfires. We're firefighters, scientists, engineers, prescribed fire practitioners, ecologists, and community members who are answering the call to scale fuel treatment capacity. Our modern fuel treatment system recognizes and supports conservation efforts with a clean, smoke‑free process. We need technology to amplify our workforces with targeted use of synthetic fire to treat fuel loads 10x faster than previously possible.The RoleBurnBot is seeking Field Operations Specialists to join our on‑the‑ground wildfire fuel reduction crews. This role is hands‑on and physically demanding. You'll be working outdoors using chainsaws and hand tools to cut, limb, and clear trees and brush. We're looking for individuals who have real‑world field experience; whether you've worked in forestry, wildland fire suppression, fuels mitigation or vegetation management. With a focus on completing a variety of work to ensure our customers satisfaction.This role is a non‑exempt role with an hourly rate $24‑$32. However, we do consider many factors when creating job offers, including (but not limited to), the role, location, responsibilities, experience, training, education, and skillset.Required TasksOperate chainsaws, hand tools and brush‑clearing equipment to remove vegetationLimb, buck, drag and pile brush and small treesSupport fire mitigation and land management projectsMaintain a clean, safe worksite and follow all field safety protocolsTravel to job sites, often in remote or rugged locationsComply with all state and federal regulations, safety or otherwiseEnsure issued equipment is properly maintained and clean at all timesPerform minor repairs on hand tools, power equipment and vehicles, as neededAssess site, terrain and weather conditions before operating equipment to ensure personal and team safetyStrong bias for action and the ability to execute assigned tasks with or without guidanceAdapt to a fast changing environment and work prioritiesDesire to learn, ask questions and take on new responsibilities as neededOther duties as assignedRequired QualificationsMore than one year of experience operating and maintaining a chainsawHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver's licenseUtilize personal knowledge to resolve issues and ability to discern when to seek assistance for efficient, effective resolutionsExcellent customer service skills, including listening, responding and assisting with a positive, of service mindsetPhysical ability to lift/push/pull weights of up to 100 lbs. with regularityComfortable with physically demanding, outdoor labor in varying conditionsWillingness to travel 5+ days along the west coast, up to 75% of the time (and will most likely be home for the weekends)Passion for Burnbot's missionExperience in vegetation management, tree work, or hazardous fuels mitigationIt would be cool if you…Have any of the following certifications; FFT1, FFT2, FALB, FIRB, CRWB, ENGBHave experience in wildland firefighting, prescribed burns, forestry, timber, logging, or as a sawyer, faller or arboristHave a Commercial Driver's License (preferably, Class A)Have experience operating farm, forestry, equipment or other heavy equipment, trucks and large trailersHave any welding experienceStill interested? Please apply by sending your resume to matt.brett@burnbot.com or visiting our job postings on Indeed.Burnbot is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including but not limited to, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with one or more disabilities, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at 415-795-9124 or careers@burnbot.com.This role is in our Siskiyous Region with a physical site in Medford, OR but with field work throughout the area.#J-18808-Ljbffr