Animal Packer

Forest Service; McCall (ID); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Service in Idaho seeks a capable Animal Packer to support backcountry operations by horse or mule.

You will pack on horses and mules and assist trail crews with food, tents, and a range of tools such as crosscut saws, chainsaws, rock drills, grip hoists, wheelbarrows and sleds, often in rugged terrain. This is a U.S. federal vacancy under the Department of Agriculture with a posted deadline of 2026-11-12 and hourly pay of $28.04.

Responsibilities

• Packs on horses or mules.
• Trail crews and equipment such as food, tents, and various tools.

Job description

This position is located within a National Forest. The incumbent is responsible for packing supplies and equipment to backcountry locations by horse or mule.

Key Responsibilities

Packs on horses or mules; trail crews and equipment such as food, tents, and various tools such as crosscut saws, chainsaws, rock drills, rock bars, explosives, grip hoists, wheelbarrows and sleds.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Forest Service, Department of Agriculture.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $28.04 – $28.04/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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