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Summer Saw Crew Member


Conservation Legacy


Location

Harrisonburg, VA | United States


Job description

Position Summary:  

The Chainsaw Crew Member  position is an entry-level role on a beginner chainsaw crew .  Crew Members are supported on a variety of levels, by their Crew Leaders, Program Staff & Project Partners, and Conservation Legacy Staff. This crew will be trained in and expected to safely use chainsaws, crosscut saws, and other trail tools to complete a variety of conservation projects in partnership with local public land managers. The Chainsaw Crew provides a supportive learning environment where members work with, learn from, and grow with one another while gaining skills and certifications to propel them into a career in environmental stewardship. While  prior experience with the outdoors or outdoor work can be helpful, it is not a necessity for this position. We ask that Crew Members  embrace   learning  opportunities , face challenges, and  build community with their crew.  

Project Work:  

Projects take place across the Appalachian Region, including work with the US Forest Servi ce, the National Park Service, and other land managers. During their time in the field, Crew Members camp overnight and work outdoors in all types of weather conditions, performing heavy manual labor related to environmental conservation and restoration projects.  These hands-on projects include  visitor access improvements, trail construction and maintenance, habitat restoration, invasive species treatments, historic restoration, disaster relief, and much more. Most projects require hiking out to remote work sites for the day with tools, equipment, and day pack.  

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Job tags

Weekly payPermanent employmentFull timeSummer workReliefLocal areaRemote jobOutdoorGangsNight shift


Salary

$600 per week

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