Helene Recovery Trail Crew Member – AmeriCorps
Quick answer
Conservation Corps North Carolina is hiring an entry-level Helene Recovery Trail Crew Member – AmeriCorps to support Hurricane Helene disaster recovery efforts in the Appalachian Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest, paying $600 per week.
- Role
- Helene Recovery Trail Crew Member – AmeriCorps
- Organization
- Conservation Corps North Carolina
- Location
- Old Fort, North Carolina
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $600 per week
- Category
- Other
The role
This position will directly support Hurricane Helene disaster recovery efforts in the Appalachian Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest, focusing on reopening and repairing storm-impacted trails, trail maintenance, and new construction.
What you'll do
- Reopening blocked trail corridors and restoring public access
- Trail construction and maintenance (tread work, drainage features, steps, retaining walls)
- Rock and rough timber construction
- Working in rugged terrain in inclement weather
- Working as part of a team under the leadership of crew leaders
What it takes
- United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien
- At least 17 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalency certificate
- Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check
- Willingness to commit fully to the program and its mission
- Ability to effectively manage all aspects of crew life and production within a 40-50-hour work week
- Flexibility, adaptability, and capacity to work in a fluid, changing work environment
- Willingness to learn and be a part of a dynamic community of peer leaders
- Must be adaptive, patient, and able to maintain a positive perspective throughout
- Physically fit and able to work long days in adverse conditions
- Must be able to speak, understand, and write English
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $1565.08, Living Allowance of $480 per week, Additional Benefit of $120 per week, Healthcare Coverage if Eligible, Childcare Coverage if Eligible, Loan forbearance if Eligible, Interest Payments if Eligible, On-the-job training provided, AmeriCorps Orientation, Public Land Corps (PLC) Certificate hours, Member Assistance Program, Uniform shirts, helmet, work gloves, eye protection, and other necessary safety equipment provided, Assistance may be available for borrowing personal outdoor gear needed to participate, Depending on the academic institution and program, positions may fulfill internship requirements, Professional development opportunities, Exposure to natural resource career paths and opportunities
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based out of Old Fort, North Carolina, with service projects in the Appalachian Ranger District of the Pisgah National Forest.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is $600 per week.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include being a United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien, having a high school diploma or equivalency certificate, and being willing to commit fully to the program and its mission.
How do I apply?
Apply here and indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board.
Is the job remote?
The job is not remote; it is an on-site position.
How to apply
Apply directly on Conservation Corps North Carolina's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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