Disaster Recovery Trail Crew Member – AmeriCorps

Conservation Corps North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living allowance

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Uniforms and safety gear provided

Loan forbearance

Job summary

Conservation Corps North Carolina seeks AmeriCorps Crew Members to support Hurricane Helene disaster recovery in Pisgah National Forest. You will work on reopening trails, constructing and maintaining trails, and performing rock/timber construction in rugged terrain.

You will live outdoors in a team setting with a Crew Leader and other AmeriCorps members. Prior outdoor experience helps but is not required; commitment to learning and teamwork is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or eligible to work in the US.
• At least 17 years of age.
• Has received a high school diploma or equivalency; willing to obtain prior to education award use.
• Able to commit to AmeriCorps service and 40–50 hour weeks.
• Must be able to speak, understand and write English.

Responsibilities

• Open blocked trail corridors and restore public access.
• Trail construction and maintenance (tread work, drainage, steps).
• Rock and rough timber construction.

Skills

US citizenship

Age 17+

HS diploma

English proficiency

Commitment to program

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Conservation Corps North Carolina seeks AmeriCorps Crew Members to support Hurricane Helene disaster recovery in Pisgah National Forest. You will work on reopening trails, constructing and maintaining trails, and performing rock/timber construction in rugged terrain.

You will live outdoors in a team setting with a Crew Leader and other AmeriCorps members. Prior outdoor experience helps but is not required; commitment to learning and teamwork is emphasized.