Wilderness Trail Crew Leader – Allagash Stewardship

Northern Forest Canoe Trail; Maine; On-site; USD 31,850 - 37,310; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food provided

Vehicle provided

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Northern Forest Canoe Trail seeks an experienced Allagash Wilderness Waterway Stewardship Crew Leader for summer stewardship projects. This field-based, full-time position involves overseeing a team and leading various trail projects while ensuring safety and fostering teamwork. Ideal candidates should have outdoor skills, prior trail crew experience, and a valid driver's license. Compensation ranges from $700-$820 per week, with food and vehicle provided. Experience with flat-water paddling is essential for this remote role.

Qualifications

• Prior trail crew experience; competence in both timber and stone construction techniques.
• Strong outdoor skills; ability to live and work in remote settings.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team operations and coordinate projects to rehabilitate campsites.
• Ensure adherence to safety guidelines and cultivate teamwork.
• Construct tent pads, install stone steps, restore eroding river banks.

Skills

Outdoor skills

Teamwork

Physical work enthusiasm

Flat-water paddling

Tools

Various hand tools

Chainsaw

Motorboats

Job description

Northern Forest Canoe Trail seeks an experienced Allagash Wilderness Waterway Stewardship Crew Leader for summer stewardship projects. This field-based, full-time position involves overseeing a team and leading various trail projects while ensuring safety and fostering teamwork. Ideal candidates should have outdoor skills, prior trail crew experience, and a valid driver's license. Compensation ranges from $700-$820 per week, with food and vehicle provided. Experience with flat-water paddling is essential for this remote role.