JOB SUMMARY  

Burning Man is seeking an IT/RF specialist to join Burning Man IT Operations and contribute to the installation and support of the long distance microwave links and networks between Gerlach and Black Rock City. 

This is a temporary, full-time, Exempt role, based in Black Rock City, Nevada running from August to September, 2025.

The deadline to apply for this role is 8:00 pm Pacific on June 20, 2025.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

PERCENTAGE OF TIME SPENT

• RF equipment and antennas  installation and alignment (50%)

• RF link production support (40%)
• Other functions and responsibilities (10%)

LEARNING AND TEACHING

This role may require the employee to contribute to the growth of the Burning Man Project’s knowledge base. This may include such tasks as:

• Documentation - Assists in the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to their assigned duties.
• Knowledge sharing – Help educate users and answer questions regarding the hardware and software tools they are using to achieve their objectives.
• Training development - Assist in the development of training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate would meet all the qualifications listed below. However, the ability to learn quickly is more important than in-depth knowledge in all areas.

REQUIRED

This section should include the required educational background, work experience, skills, knowledge and abilities. These specifications disqualify candidates from consideration if they do not meet them. 

• Ability to work safely on lifts at heights up to 100 ft
• Ability to mount and align RF dishes and equipment up to 40 lbs
• Ability to work in an often dusty, hot environment.
• Able to lift and carry computers and peripheral devices to and from work sites
• Ability to adjust schedule seasonally to work at the Burning Man event held in Nevada.

PREFERRED

• Basic knowledge and understanding of IP and Ethernet networking, including:
  • Experience with wireless PtP and PtMP networking (AirFiber, AirMax)
  • IP network services (ICMP, ARP, etc)
  • Ethernet fundamentals and cabling schemes
  • WiFi (802.11) fundamentals, including channels, SSIDs, and security considerations
• Posses OSHA 10 certification
• Familiar with R56 grounding standard
• Strong project and time management skills
• Dedicated to providing quality service
• Strong documentation skills
• Detail oriented, reliable and dependable
• Comfortable juggling tasks and priorities
• Knowledgeable of Burning Man and able to work in Nevada before, during and after the event 
• It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and is familiar with its culture

Note: If you have gained the necessary experience to succeed in this role and have acquired this experience in other ways, we encourage you to apply and share all relevant experience in your application.

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

COMPENSATION: 

Individual compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors, including prior experience and geographical location. The anticipated pay rate for this position is $1000 to $1200 per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

1. This position requires periods of heavy lifting, bending, kneeling, squatting, and climbing. This position will be physically demanding, and requires individuals with good physical health, and endurance. Work will include the need to find and meet with department representatives who may not be in the vicinity therefore this could include walking or using some form of transportation. Much of the work will be in outside weather conditions and will be exposed to fumes or airborne particles as well as possible extremes in temperature.

NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS: 

• Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
• Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Notice for Remote Opportunities: Burning Man Project is currently able to hire remote employees living/working in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, LA, MA, MI, MT, NC, NH, NM, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI. Working hours for all positions are based on Pacific Time.

NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:

• Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
• Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.