Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Dates: June 3 - September 8, 2024 (2 weeks training, 12 weeks field work)
If you're someone who loves being a part of a team, is seeking a new challenge, is flexible, and has a passion for travel, we invite you to apply for this team! Join this roving corps team totake on a variety of different projects at National Park Service (NPS) and US Forest Service (USFS) sites across Michigan and Minnesota.
Program Summary:
This team's main tasks will vary as they travel from site to site. Team members should expect to be flexible and mobile as they will travel to a new site every 2-4 weeks. Projects may include, but are not limited to, installing or repairing split rail fence, performing trail work, and preserving historic bridges and structures.
SCA will provide all necessary support services, crew leadership, transportation, personal safety equipment, and other standard materials/supplies necessary to perform the work.
Program starts with SCA Orientation, first aid training, and basic skills training (trails, tools, camping).Training may take place at a separate location alongside other SCA teams. During the season, teams typically work 8-10 hour days (40 hours a week) with weekends off. Teams are encouraged to seek out personal and professional development opportunities during the course of their season.
SCA will provide a team vehicle throughout the season for the team to travel from site to site and to worksites each day. Members may bring their personal vehicles for use during off-time and weekends. Please note that personal vehicles, and their transport from site to site, are the responsibility of the team member.
Housing/Camping:
The team will stay at campsites and in housing rented by SCA. Team members may share rooms and common spaces (kitchen, bathrooms) in housing. SCA will provide tents and camp kitchen for team members while they are camping.
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Strong candidates will have the following knowledge, skills, experience:
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