Recreation and Restoration Technician
Great Basin Institute
ApplyOpportunity summary
Term length
5/20/2024 - 9/6/2024
Application window
3/24/2024 - 5/24/2024
Location
Reno, Nevada
Hourly pay equivalent
$16.92
Project summary
Engage young adults, ages 17+, in restoration, forestry, and trail maintenance to reduce wildfires, restore native habitats, and control invasive species.
Opportunity description
Spend a season or more working and camping outside at some of Nevada's premier natural areas. Serve alongside AmeriCorps volunteers from across the country while making a lasting contribution to Nevada's natural resources and heritage. Gain valuable field experience while working on habitat improvement, restoration, and recreation projects with the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, the National Park Service, and many other federal and state agencies.
Benefits
- Education benefit
- Housing
Requirements and qualifications
Requirements
Be able to lift 25 lbs continuously and 50 lbs occasionally. Be at least 17 years of age. High School diploma or GED. Eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award.
Preferred qualifications
Must maintain a positive and professional attitude at all times while providing service. Be able to communicate effectively with members. crew leaders, NCC staff, and project partners. Possess the willingness and ability to work and camp up to seven nights in a row, in a wilderness setting, in all weather conditions, without formal restroom facilities or running water.
Opportunity details
Focus area
- Natural resource preservation and conservation
- Wildfire prevention and fuels reduction
- Outdoor recreation access improvements
- Forestry
- Local ecosystem restoration
Work environment
- Team based
- Outdoor