Advanced Trail Crew Member (AmeriCorps)

Take on VYCC’s most rugged and technical trails projects. This is an opportunity for people with trail work experience to build on existing skills and work in the backcountry. Projects include new trail construction, maintenance, and dry stone masonry. Depart Richmond each Monday morning, camp and work until a Friday return to Richmond. Tools and most camping gear are provided.

Seasonal Nonprofit

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Job Location

Richmond, VT

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Job Description

Essential Functions
Project Accomplishments
• Complete high-quality projects efficiently at or close to a production level pace
• Help collect, process, and organize data collected in the field
• Serve approximately 40 hours/week on projects, and an additional 10-15 hours/week
on community activities, camp tasks, and training, with potential for some longer hours
• Perform service safely in all weather conditions, including bringing all personal safety
gear to the project site and using tools and equipment properly
• Follow instructions from VYCC staff and project partners to learn technical skills and
complete projects
Crew Community Building
• Follow all principles, practices and policies of VYCC and AmeriCorps, including
maintaining a drug-free worksite and campsite
• Independently complete daily crew chores and tasks, both at the project site and the
campsite
• Help create a supportive and inclusive crew community
• Set professional and personal goals and engage with supervisor to assess progress and
receive feedback throughout the season
• Be flexible and adaptable as schedules and projects have potential to shift throughout
the season
Education and Training
• Participate in a variety of trainings, including VYCC and AmeriCorps Orientations and
additional enrichment activities. These training hours will not exceed 20% of the total
number of member hours
• Participate in learning and growth opportunities throughout service

Required Qualifications
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a U.S. citizen, a national, or legal permanent resident non-citizen of the U.S.
• Be a high school graduate or have a GED certificate, or be willing to work towards their
GED as part of their service-year successful completion requirement
• Have not been convicted of murder or sexual assault and be willing to undergo a
National Service Criminal History Check. The member will have access to vulnerable
populations
• Commitment to the mission of AmeriCorps and The Corps Network
• Prior trails and/or extensive backcountry experience
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work safely in all weather conditions
• Ability to hike in steep or uneven terrain, lift and carry heavy tools, gear or materials
• Eagerness for extensive camping with limited accommodations and support

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