About the role
Charcoal burners were historically individuals who produced charcoal through a process called charring. They often worked in forest environments and had knowledge in building and monitoring charcoal piles. Today, the profession is uncommon, but may occur within historical demonstrations or in small-scale production.Responsibilities
The charcoal burner's responsibilities included selecting the right type of wood, constructing the charcoal piles, and controlling the combustion process. They ensured that the pile's temperature was correct to produce quality charcoal. After the charring, they were responsible for sorting and packing the charcoal.Skills and tools
Charcoal burners needed good knowledge of wood types and combustion techniques. They used simple tools such as axes and shovels to build and manage the charcoal piles. Skills in observing and controlling the behavior of the fire were central to the profession.