- Agency
- Appalachian Conservation Corps
- Location
- Harrisonburg, VA
- Job Category
- Temporary/Seasonal Positions
- Salary
- $400/week living stipend
- Start Date
- 09/19/2022
- Last Date to Apply
- 08/31/2022
- Website
- https://appalachiancc.org/open-positions
- Description
- The Chainsaw Crew Member position is an entry-level role on a beginner chainsaw crew. Crew Members are supported on a variety of levels, by their Crew Leaders, Program Staff & Project Partners, and Conservation Legacy Staff. This crew will be trained in and expected to safely use chainsaws, crosscut saws, and other trail tools to complete a variety of conservation projects in partnership with local public land managers. The Chainsaw Crew provides a supportive learning environment where members work with, learn from, and grow with one another while gaining skills and certifications to propel them into a career in environmental stewardship. While prior experience with the outdoors or outdoor work can be helpful, it is not a necessity for this position. We ask that Crew Members embrace learning opportunities, face challenges, and build community with their crew. Projects take place across the Appalachian Region, including work with the US Forest Service, the National Park Service, and other land managers. During their time in the field, Crew Members camp overnight and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, performing heavy manual labor related to environmental conservation and restoration projects. Most projects require hiking out to remote work sites for the day with tools, equipment, and day pack.
- Qualifications
- - Be between the ages of 18 and 30 (exception for Veterans up to age 35) - Have US Citizenship or Legal Permanent Residency status - Have a high school diploma or GED - Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (Federal partner requirement)
- Contact Person
- Sarah Akers
- Contact eMail
- sakers@conservationlegacy.org
