Full-Time Nonprofit
Logan, Utah
Projects & Schedule
Field projects may be backcountry (hiking into the project site, camping away from a vehicle) or front country (such as driving to the project site daily, camping at the vehicle, or non-camping lodging). Projects may be urban (located in a city or town) or rural (located in national parks, forests, etc. with limited access to facilities and resources). Weather is variable, and work and campsites can range from 2,000-13,000 feet in elevation.
Projects may include (but are not limited to):
• Fire fuels reduction activities including chainsaw operation and maintenance
• Invasive species management, including herbicide application
• Habitat restoration
Crews generally work a 9-day or 4-day, 10-hour/day (some days may be up to 12 hours) ‘hitch’ schedule, while camping in front and backcountry settings. Typically, crews will have 3-5 days off between hitches. Days will include two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch (the 30-minute lunch break does not count toward term of service hours). Crews should expect schedules and project work to vary.
This position is an AmeriCorps term of service that requires a full-time commitment (about 45 hours per week).
Qualifications
• Ability to live outdoors and work on a variety of fire fuels reduction projects, which may include 12-hour days using chainsaws, hand tools, applying herbicide, moving through uneven terrain, etc. in a variety of environmental conditions. UCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to serve with our programs.
• Minimum 3-6 months worked in conservation, land management, or disaster response
• Formal chainsaw training and experience in a workplace setting
• Current First Aid and CPR (Wilderness First Aid or Wilderness First Responder preferred)
• Knowledge of safe herbicide handling, mixing, and application and the ability to pass the Utah Non-commercial Pesticide Applicator State exam OR a current Utah Pesticide Applicator’s License
• Familiarity with fire fuels reduction techniques and processes
• Demonstrated outdoor/camping skills (guiding, conservation work, front country/backcountry skills – volunteer/informal/formal)
• Able to lift up to 30 lbs. repeatedly and use hand tools
• Maturity & professionalism in an environment with irregular and changing schedules
• Alignment with UCC’s mission and values of safety, service, community, inclusivity, positivity, and engagement
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• At least 18 years of age
• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or a lawful permanent resident alien of the United States
• Eligible to enroll in an AmeriCorps term of service
• Must undergo and pass a criminal history check
• Have a high school diploma or GED or work towards obtaining one while in the program
Note: Members must supply their own personal outdoor gear and equipment such as a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, day pack, multi-day pack, work pants, work boots, etc. CCCMs are eligible for a uniform reimbursement of up to $100 (for a 900-hr term). A recommended gear-list will be provided prior to starting the term of service. UCC will provide project tools, personal protective gear, crew kitchen kit (stove, fuel, cooking and serving supplies) and transportation to and from projects. CCCMs are eligible for pro-deals.
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