Trail Crew Member

This is a combined GBCA and US Forest Service 4-5 member trail crew, run by the Clearwater NF trail department based out of Pierce, ID. All work is completed in north central Idaho. This is a physically demanding job that requires care and precision to successfully repair and maintain trails and trail structures that can support ongoing use by the public. Trail work will consist of:

• Replacing rotten puncheon bridges or building bog crossings using culverts and rock retaining walls.
• Digging ditches to remove water from the trail.
• Clearing a backlog of brush and wind felled trees from the trail.
• Re-aligning trail tread that has been pushed down by traffic/brush or landslides.
• Installing rock and log water bars.
• Transporting rocks, logs, and gravel with wheelbarrows, log carriers, or buckets to build and surface trail.

Crew members will receive USFS Class A/B chainsaw certification, first aid, UTV operating certification, and cold water rescue certifications. Work is a mix of backcountry (stock supported) and front country (car and 4-wheeler supported) hitches.

Requirements:

• Maintain a positive attitude and work as a productive team member.• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to keep neat and accurate records and reports
• Basic computer proficiency: email communication, Microsoft Word, digital image downloading and sharing.

Physical Requirements: Crews must be in good physical condition and be able to hike extended distances in rough terrain. Experience with extended wilderness travel, backpacking, and Leave No Trace is very helpful.

• Ability to hike up to 10 miles a day for several days at a time, in terrain that can be steep, rocky, or uneven, often carrying a 60 pound backpack and tools.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand tools.
• Willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions

Transportation: A reliable, personal vehicle is recommended to arrive safely at trailheads. GBCA will reimburse mileage from Missoula at current federal mileage rate.

Gear: Personal backpacking gear is required for this position: a good sleeping bag, backpack, rain gear, tent, and 8″ leather boots. Stoves, water filters, PPE and other group gear may be provided by GBCA.

Compensation: DOE. Starting wages $16/hr plus overtime. Schedule is bi-weekly of 9 days on/5 days off. $30 per diem when in the field, and a $200 gear reimbursement upon successful completion of the season.

For the full job description, go to greatburn.org/employment.