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PARK RANGER - 37001247 1

Estero, FL · On-site

$2.8K/mo

Participates in prescribed fire activities. MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts ...

MyFlorida

PARK RANGER - 37001247 1

Estero, FL · On-site

$3.3K/mo

Participates in prescribed fire activities. MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts ...

State of Florida

PARK RANGER - 37001247 1

Estero, FL · On-site

$3.3K/mo

Participates in prescribed fire activities. MAINTENANCE - Maintains park structures, facilities, equipment and grounds through routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance practices. Conducts ...

Audubon

Seasonal Conservation Assistant

Naples, FL · On-site

$19/hr

Identify, preserve, and catalogue aquatic fauna and identify mammals in camera trap images. * Assist with prescribed fire under the supervision of experienced Prescribed Fire Team members. * Ensure ...

Bok Tower Gardens

Land Steward Assistant

Lake Wales, FL · On-site

Assists the Land Manager with the Pine Ridge Preserve areas, nature trails, open fields, and restoration lands by using prescribed fire, herbicide application, tree removal, mowing, and restoration ...

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How much do prescribed fire jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for prescribed fire in Florida is $23.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.55 and $31.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a prescribed fire?

A Prescribed Fire job involves planning and conducting controlled burns to manage vegetation, reduce wildfire risk, and restore ecosystems. Professionals in this field work with fire crews, land managers, and environmental agencies to ensure burns are conducted safely and effectively. Responsibilities may include preparing burn plans, monitoring weather conditions, and using specialized equipment to ignite and control fires. These roles are often found in government agencies, conservation organizations, and private land management companies.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a prescribed fire position?

A typical workday in a Prescribed Fire position often involves planning and conducting controlled burns, monitoring weather conditions, preparing equipment, and coordinating with landowners and fire crews. You may spend time in both the field and the office, balancing hands-on fire implementation with administrative tasks such as reporting, mapping, and compliance documentation. Safety briefings and collaboration with various agencies or stakeholders are common parts of the job. The role can be physically demanding and may require irregular hours depending on burn windows, but it offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on ecosystem health and wildfire prevention.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the prescribed fire position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Prescribed Fire role, you need a strong understanding of fire ecology, land management, and wildland fire behavior, often demonstrated by education in natural resources or forestry and specialized fire training. Technical proficiency with fire management tools, GIS mapping systems, and completion of relevant certifications such as NWCG (National Wildfire Coordinating Group) courses are typically required. Attention to detail, effective teamwork, and strong communication skills are important soft skills for ensuring safety and successful coordination during burns. These qualities are crucial for minimizing risk while achieving ecological management goals and complying with safety regulations.

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Infographic showing various Prescribed Fire job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,457 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Environmental Lands Management Technician (Tier 2) Prescribed Fire Crew

Hillsborough County - Board of County Commissioners

Plant City, FL • On-site

$36K - $47K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description


Job Overview
This position provides a wide range of land management and restoration activities in support of the Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP). This position is responsible for maintaining and improving the ecological health, public access, and long-term sustainability of natural preserves and conservation lands. Maintains trails and facilities, controlling invasive species, supporting prescribed fire operations, conducting habitat restoration, and assisting with environmental monitoring and public outreach.
Ideal Candidate
Hillsborough County is seeking a resilient, mission-driven professional to join our Conservation & Environmental Lands Management (CELM) Prescribed Fire Team. The ideal candidate is a disciplined team player who balances technical field expertise with a passion for public service. Your background includes hands-on experience in prescribed fire operations and vegetation management, specifically within Florida's unique ecosystems. Ability to safely operate and transport equipment, must obtain CDL Class A license. Beyond technical field skills, you are a clear and engaging communicator capable of representing the CELM Outreach Program to the public. You are an individual of high integrity who takes pride in maintaining the lands acquired through the Environmental Lands Acquisition and Protection Program (ELAPP) for future generations.
Salary
Minimum: $36,732.80-$47,752.64/ yearly
Core Competencies
  • Customer Commitment - Proactively seeks to understand the needs of the customers and provide the highest standards of service.
  • Dedication to Professionalism and Integrity - Demonstrates and promotes fair, honest, professional and ethical behaviors that establishes trust throughout the organization and with the public we serve.
  • Organizational Excellence - Takes ownership for excellence through one's personal effectiveness and dedication to the continuous improvement of our operations.
  • Success through Teamwork - Collaborates and builds partnerships through trust and the open exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives to achieve organizational goals.
Tier 2
Job Distinctions
Performs technical and supervisory duties in an environmental data collection and monitoring of incoming solid waste at disposal facilities; and the routine installation, calibration, maintenance and operation of related instruments and equipment. Prepares reports and communicates findings with other sections.
Note:
The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.
  • Supervises and coordinates the acquisition and handling of field and/or laboratory environmental data.
  • Monitors incoming solid waste at disposal facilities for acceptability and presence of hazardous waste, keeps records and reports violations.
  • Inspects incoming solid waste at landfills and prepares reports on contents by type, volume, and composition.
  • Initiates actions for the removal of hazardous or undesirable material from landfills.
  • Prepares various reports and data summaries for departmental dissemination.
  • Reviews data generated by various departments and recommends or takes necessary action.
  • May operate, maintain, and calibrate various environmental monitoring equipment; and provides other general technical assistance as required.
  • Supervises the work of subordinate staff by scheduling, assigning and reviewing work, providing training and counseling, and evaluating performance.
  • Performs others related duties as required.

Job Specification
  • Knowledge of environmental inspection, sampling and collection methods.
  • Knowledge of environmental data collection, recording, and laboratory equipment.
  • Skill in the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
  • Skill in the use and operation of environmental collection, recording, and laboratory equipment.
  • Ability to identify and differentiate hazardous, non-hazardous, and recyclable solid waste material.
  • Ability to use a computer and related software.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
  • Ability to collect, organize, and evaluate data and to develop logical conclusions.
  • Ability to work effectively with others.

Physical Requirements
  • Work is typically performed in an office or laboratory environment.
  • May require sitting for extended periods of time.
  • Work requires walking, standing, stooping, and bending. Work Category
  • Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required
  • Associate's degree in Natural Science; AND
  • Two years' experience in environmental inspection or evaluation; or in the operation of environmental monitoring equipment; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education (not less that possession of a High School diploma/GED), training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND
  • Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License.

Emergency Management Responsibilities
In the event of an emergency or disaster, an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee's department, the County's Office of Emergency Management, or County Administration. Such assignments may be for before, during or after the emergency/disaster.
Career Progression
Employees in this classification that acquire the competencies and minimum qualifications for the next tier will be able to apply for promotional opportunities through a competitive selection process. Employees will not automatically be upgraded to the next tier. Reclassifying a position is based on business need and financial impact and is not based solely on the job competencies or qualifications of the incumbent.

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