Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY
The Department of Public Works (DPW) HEaT Ground Support Volunteer will provide ground support for all DPW Heavy Equipment and Transportation (HEaT) department needs throughout the event production cycle. This includes assisting operators with job tasks, setup/maintenance/strike of HEaT staff camp, errands and other duties as required. The DPW HEaT Department facilitates the support of all infrastructural, art, and some participant equipment requests at the Burning Man event.
This temporary volunteer role spans:
+ From August - September : based in Black Rock City, Nevada .
+ This timeframe is flexible with a minimum of 3 week's commitment.
+ This role Does Not get the Burning Man Event week off.
The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on July 15th, 2026.
POSSIBLE TASKS MAY INCLUDE:
+ Provide in field support as requested for all departments...
The Department of Public Works (DPW) HEaT Ground Support Volunteer will provide ground support for all DPW Heavy Equipment and Transportation (HEaT) department needs throughout the event production cycle. This includes assisting operators with job tasks, setup/maintenance/strike of HEaT staff camp, errands and other duties as required. The DPW HEaT Department facilitates the support of all infrastructural, art, and some participant equipment requests at the Burning Man event.
This temporary volunteer role spans:
+ From August - September : based in Black Rock City, Nevada .
+ This timeframe is flexible with a minimum of 3 week's commitment.
+ This role Does Not get the Burning Man Event week off.
The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on July 15th, 2026.
POSSIBLE TASKS MAY INCLUDE:
+ Provide in field support as requested for all departments...
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- Location Reno, NV
- Job Type Full-time
- Category other-general
- Posted Date July 01, 2026
- Application Deadline July 05, 2026