Individual Placement - Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forests Recreation Participant

Student Conservation Association • Lincoln, MT

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About The Position

The internship involves working on the Lincoln Ranger District's Developed
Recreation crew. The crew is responsible for maintaining four rental cabins, two
pay campgrounds, two non-pay campgrounds, and numerous trailheads and dispersed
camping sites throughout the
Helene-Lewis and Clark National Forest in Montana.
Work duties include mowing and weed-eating, sign maintenance, and other facility
maintenance. There should also be an opportunity to work with the trail crew or
other resource areas.

Requirements

• Valid State Driver's License
• All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger.
• Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Desire to be and work outdoors.
• Hard skills: hand tool, shovel, power tool, carpentry experience
• Soft skills: Comfortable interacting with strangers, informing visitors of rules, demonstrates strong self‑initiative and integrity, with a willingness to take on demanding, hands‑on work.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and Maintenance of Developed Recreation Sites.

Benefits

• $1,100 Round Trip Travel Allowance (Paid once)
• $400/week living allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
• Housing is provided in Forest Service bunkhouse
• Field Service Uniform Package
• Bear Safety
• Defensive Drive Training
• First Aid/CPR
• Off-Road Vehicle Safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed