2027 Conservation Crew Field Technician (Taos)

Youthcorps; Taos (NM); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Childcare benefits

Education award

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps seeks a Field Technician (AmeriCorps member) in Taos, NM. This position supports conservation crews, assists Crew Supervisors, and develops field skills. Hybrid work model with day and spike schedules, 8–10 hour days, 7:00am starts.

The role offers a stipend of $820 per week and an Education Award upon completion of the 1700-hour term, with related AmeriCorps benefits. Dates run Jan 25–Dec 17, 2027, with statewide project locations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform strenuous physical tasks in field conditions.
• Strong public speaking and training delivery to crews.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills; reliable and punctual.
• Certified in USFS Chainsaw B-Faller and Crosscut as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in successful conservation project implementation with crews.
• Plan and participate in field training and teachable moments.
• Model professional behavior and safety culture on field projects.
• Provide in-field support to Crew Supervisors and crew as needed.
• Prepare supplies, equipment, and safety gear for field tasks.
• Support logistics and coordination across project sites.

Skills

Strenuous physical tasks

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Leadership potential

Initiative

USFS Chainsaw B-Faller

Crosscut Certification

Tools

USFS Chainsaw B-Faller

Crosscut Certification

Job description

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2027 Conservation Crew Field Technician (Taos)

Seasonal Clerical Taos, NM, US 1 Attachments

ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH CORPS

2027 Field Technician Individual Placement Position Description

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps (RMYC) is a nonprofit youth development organization serving New Mexico. We inspire young adults to make a positive difference in themselves and their communities. Through training and service, Corpsmembers discover their potential for healthy, productive lives.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Field Technician Individual Placements play a pivotal support role in building successful crews and meaningful programming while serving as an opportunity to continue developing professional skills. This field-based position will directly support and work with RMYC’s Conservation Crews, providing support for the Crew Supervisor and RMYC staff while continuing to build and actualize their technical conservation skillset. As an AmeriCorps member, this individual will not serve in any supervising or staff roles. As an Individual Placement and an indirect part of the leadership team, the Field Technician occupies a unique and demanding position that allows for further development of professional skills, conservation field skills, and the ability to teach those skills to Corpsmembers. For the right individual, this position is a pathway towards further opportunities in conservation while working to support both crews and field staff.

POSITION TYPE: Field Technician - AmeriCorps member

SCHEDULE: Hybrid schedule with both day work and spike schedules throughout the season. The Field Tech may be assigned to either day work or spike work based on project needs, sometimes with short notice.

Day Work: Tuesday–Friday, 7:00am–5:30pm or Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm.

Spike Work: Tuesday–Tuesday, 7:00am–5:30pm, camping at the project site. Spike schedule consists of 8 days on shift followed by 6 days off.

STIPEND: $820 (before taxes) per week ($20.50/hr equivalent)

EDUCATION AWARD: $7,395.00 upon completion of 1700-hour AmeriCorps Service Term

DATES : January 25th - December 17th, 2027

LOCATION : Taos, New Mexico with project locations throughout the state.

Participants must have reliable transportation to and from the RMYC office, according to their work

schedule for the duration of the season.

Other Support: Full time, 1700 hour term applicants are eligible to receive childcare benefits through the AmeriCorps Childcare

Program. More information is available by request or through the AmeriCorps Childcare Program website.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Crew Support

In coordination with RMYC year-round staff and Crew Supervisors, assist in the successful implementation of conservation projects while taking advantage of opportunities to teach technical skills to Corpsmembers. Projects can include, but are not limited to, trail work, crosscut, chainsaw work, habitat restoration, fencing, and more.

Assist in the planning of field training throughout the season, while also assisting in impromptu “teachable moments” in the field.

Model appropriate professional behavior, environmental stewardship, and work ethic for Corpsmembers; be an example that inspires others.

Maintain a strong commitment to creating a culture of safety and risk management within the crew.

Provide in-field support to Crew Supervisors upon request and/or provide crew support if a Crew Supervisor is unavailable.

Project Support

Serve with Crew Supervisor, Assistant Crew Leader, Program Coordinator, project sponsors, and organizational partners to accomplish projects in an efficient and timely manner.

Provide crew support for project efficiency or as the need arises, under the direction and supervision of program staff and Crew Supervisor. Examples include guidance with proper tool use, assisting with the organization of service tasks such as organizing a crew on a trail or thinning project, educating Corpsmembers on conservation skills or theory, or helping to facilitate safety discussions with the crew. Assisting with leadership does not include direct supervisory tasks like discipline or timecard approval, which are handled solely by staff crew supervisors or other program staff.

Assist in preparation of supplies and equipment: first aid kits, vehicle inspections, crew food preparation, personal protective equipment, and occasional tool maintenance/repair.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assist RMYC staff with crew support including bringing corpsmembers in and out of the field, support of On-Call logistics, and a wide range of other field-based support tasks as assigned. Project locations are varied and may occur in Wilderness areas or outside of cell phone service.

Create a personal development plan to further personal growth and leadership competencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

21-30 years of age as of January 25th, 2027

Possess a valid and insurable driver’s license

US Citizen or Permanent Legal Resident

Able to complete entire length of service term (see “dates” above)

Comply with all RMYC and AmeriCorps rules and policies and not participate in any prohibited activities as described in the member agreement.

Experience

Multiple years of experience with environmental or conservation related projects such as thinning/fuels reduction, trail maintenance/construction, monitoring, invasive species, and more.

Skills

Ability to perform strenuous physical tasks under adverse weather conditions

Good public speaking skills to address crews and assist in training sessions.

Strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to be punctual and reliable.

USFS Chainsaw B-Faller certification and/or B-Bucker Crosscut Certification

Open to constructive feedback.

Flexibility and adaptability. Strong capacity as a team player.

Maturity level that allows for leadership and motivation of peers.

Ability to take initiative and follow through with project goals.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION :

Multiple seasons of leadership experience with Rocky Mountain Youth Corps or other youth development/conservation organization.

Leadership experience with peers, preferably in a mentoring or instructional capacity

Knowledge of hand tool use and safety

Proficient driving trucks, and/or 4x4 SUV with trailer attachment

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification (or ability to obtain within 30-days of hire)

USFS Chainsaw B-Faller and/or Crosscut B-Bucker Certification, with the ability and desire to earn a Letter of Designation with USFS to instruct, evaluate, and certify sawyers at the A Level.

Familiarity with techniques and concepts of safety and risk management.

Consistent positive mental attitude.

BENEFITS:

Healthcare coverage is available to all AmeriCorps members at no cost to the member. This is considered primary coverage and is not available as supplemental coverage.

12 Non-Scheduled Days (paid days off) are available depending on the length of the term of service (These days off are not counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)

RMYC observes all National holidays and are considered paid days off, however RMYC reserves the right to have AmeriCorps members work or service hours on certain holidays if necessary to meet program requirements (These days off are not counted toward the service hours required for the Educational Award)

For AmeriCorps members serving a 1700 hour term of service, Childcare coverage is provided.

Student loan forbearance and interest payments are available for those who qualify

Access to the “Public Land Corps Hiring Authority” for members serving at least 640 hours on federal public land.

EVALUATION:

Members serving a full-time term of service (1700 hours) will receive a mid-term and end-of-term evaluation.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent overnight travel, ability to drive a vehicle on unmaintained roads, and ability to work non-traditional work hours, inclusive of weekend and evening hours.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly.

Frequently traverse uneven terrain; balance, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull, and/or grasp.

Have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.

Receive detailed information through oral or signed communication; convey important instructions accurately and effectively.

Serve outdoors, subject to outside environmental conditions for extended periods of time in heat, rain, snow, elevation, etc.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rocky Mountain Youth Corps is available to all and we will not discriminate or refuse services to any staff or member because of perceived or actual race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, military service or pregnancy.

RMYC is a drug free workplace. All RMYC positions depend upon funding availability.

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