Conservation Corps - 2026 Solano Summer Crew

Student Conservation Association•Fairfield, CA

3d•$18 - $18

About The Position

The Xplore Solano Summer Youth Work Experience Program will work to implement conservation work projects and engage in career education related to emerging green careers. Projects could include working with various organizations and agencies within Solano County in the outdoors, to conduct work in areas like urban agriculture, trail maintenance, invasive species removal, nursery work, habitat restoration, and water conservation. The team will have Friday recreation and training opportunities related to watershed health, agriculture, green careers, and more. SCA leaders will pick up and drop off members at a central location. Members are expected to be prepared for the workday: on time, in uniform, with their lunch and water packed. Participants should wear all leather boots to work each day and SCA uniform (will cover in the Orientation). The SCA provides all PPE for each work site. Working environment might be cool in the morning and hot during the day; crew members should dress in layers to be prepared. In addition to PPE, the SCA will also provide training in the safe use of hand tools. Acceptance of this position means the members understands it is a full-time commitment during the dates of the program and will communicate to their crew leaders if there is any potential conflict. The team will consist of 10 members and 2 leaders.

Requirements

Local resident in Solano County
MUST BE AT LEAST 16 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF HIRE
Interest in conservation work skills and career paths
Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
Must be able to commit to the entirety of the program duration
Must be a high-school student, recent graduates OK
Must have the ability to legally work in the US

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, carpentry, garden bed building, native landscaping, tree maintenance and planting, and gardening.

Responsibilities

Conducting habitat restoration and public improvement projects at regional parks and community open spaces.
Being trained in tool usage, worksite and personal safety measures, job hazard assessments, and conflict resolution.
Members will work in outdoor environments all while learning new skills
Participation in career exploration and conservation leadership activities
Complete timecard before due date
Complete end of program evaluation and assessments
Contribute to a final presentation and report