Fuels Monitoring Module Crewmember
Posted 21 days ago
Fuels Monitoring Module Crewmember
The Ember Alliance - South Carolina (Greenville)
The Ember Alliance will be filling 4 crewmember positions. The Fuels Monitoring Module Crewmember will support the collection of vegetation data using a terrestrial-based LiDAR system as well as traditional vegetation sampling methods. They will work with cooperators to post process data that gets integrated into Forestry and Fire Management plans. The module will assist with project work, training implementation, or other duties and projects as assigned by the project manager, when not participating in data collection work. This is a 4-month, seasonal position contingent upon funding.
Required Qualifications:
Experience with GIS and remote sensing applications Experience using iPads and laptops to manage and upload data, ensuring it’s stored in the right databases. Experience with field data collection protocols (wildfire fuels data preferred) Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with aerial and terrestrial LIDAR systems Experience leading field crew operations National Wildfire Coordinating Group qualifications