About BurnBot
BurnBot 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 Role
BurnBot is seeking a Field Operations Foreman to lead field crews executing forestry and prescribed fire operations. The Foreman is responsible for direct supervision of personnel, day-to-day operational execution, and field-level leadership across fuels reduction, vegetation management, and prescribed fire projects.
**This role is involved in a new long-term contract we have for vegetation management along transportation corridors throughout the county.**
This role is hands-on and field-based. The Foreman works alongside crews while maintaining responsibility for safety, work quality, productivity, equipment readiness, and compliance with project plans and regulatory requirements. This position serves as the primary link between field execution and Operations Management.
This is a non-exempt role with an hourly rate $40-$50. However, we do consider many factors when creating job offers, including (but not limited to), the role, location, responsibilities, experience, training, education, and skillset.
Key Responsibilities
Directly supervise Operations Specialists and Senior Operations Specialists in daily field activities for forestry, fuels mitigation, and prescribed fire projects
Assign tasks, sequence work, and manage crew pacing to meet safety, quality, and productivity expectations
Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and corrective direction as needed
Ensure work is executed according to project scope, burn plans, timber harvest plans, and company standards
Identify hazards, manage risk, and exercise stop-work authority when conditions warrant
Maintain advanced proficiency in chainsaw operations and heavy equipment operations
Ensure equipment, tools, and vehicles are staged, maintained, and used correctly; communicate equipment needs, failures, and logistical issues to Operations Management
Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for Operations Superintendents, partners, and stakeholders
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license; ability to travel extensively (up to 75%)
CDL Class A (required or obtained within defined onboarding period)
5+ years of experience in forestry, fuels mitigation, vegetation management, or wildland fire operations
3+ years of experience operating heavy equipment
Demonstrated experience leading crews in field operations
Strong working knowledge of field safety practices and regulatory compliance
Physical ability to perform demanding field work (lifting up to 100 lbs, uneven terrain, long days outdoors)
Desired Qualifications
Any of the following certifications: FFT1, FFT2, FALB, FIRB, RXB3, CRWB, ENGB
Experience in wildland firefighting, prescribed burns, forestry, timber, logging, or as a sawyer, faller or arborist
Experience operating farm, forestry, or other heavy equipment, trucks and large trailers
Bachelor’s Degree in Forestry, Fire Science, Natural Resources, or related field
ISA Arborist Certification
Experience coordinating multi-crew or multi-equipment operations
GIS Data Analysis
Still interested? Please apply at BurnBot.com/Careers or by sending your resume to careers@burnbot.com.
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.
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.
