Trail Crew Member, AmeriCorps – Helene Recovery Trail

Conservation Legacy; Old Fort (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Weekly living allowance

Healthcare coverage if eligible

Safety gear provided

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Conservation Legacy seeks AmeriCorps crew members for the Helene Recovery Trail Crew, based in Old Fort, NC, supporting the Hurricane Helene recovery in Pisgah National Forest. Crews will reopen and repair trails, perform construction, and operate in rugged terrain with 10‑hour shifts on a 9 days on/5 days off hitch.

The program emphasizes teamwork, learning, and personal growth; housing and meals are field-provided, with strong safety emphasis and structured evaluations.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident
• At least 17 years of age
• Agree to provide information to establish eligibility and complete background checks
• Willingness to commit to a 40‑hour work week with physical outdoor travel and learning opportunities

Responsibilities

• Reopening blocked trail corridors and restoring public access
• Trail construction and maintenance (tread work, drainage, steps)
• Rock and rough timber construction
• Work in rugged terrain and inclement weather

Skills

Outdoor work

Trail maintenance

Teamwork

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Conservation Legacy seeks AmeriCorps crew members for the Helene Recovery Trail Crew, based in Old Fort, NC, supporting the Hurricane Helene recovery in Pisgah National Forest. Crews will reopen and repair trails, perform construction, and operate in rugged terrain with 10‑hour shifts on a 9 days on/5 days off hitch.

The program emphasizes teamwork, learning, and personal growth; housing and meals are field-provided, with strong safety emphasis and structured evaluations.