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Forest Corps Crew Lead
Reports to: Forest Corps Program Manager
Effective Start Date: Mid-May 2026
Employment Classification: Full time, hourly
Rate of Pay: $22/hr, less applicable taxes and deductions
Working Hours: Full time, hourly 40 hours/week
Benefits
Health insurance offered; employer covers most of the premium.
Housing provided in USFS bunkhouse (if needed).
4 hours of PTO accrued every 2 week pay period, paid Federal holidays.
Per diem for overnight work-related activities.
Responsibilities
Leadership
Coordinate logistics with the Program Manager and USFS Project Partners regarding the hitch plan, required tools, necessary gear, transportation arrangements, and safety plan.
Maintain crew well-being and safety, including during inclement weather, and conduct regular check-ins.
Address and resolve conflicts and crew behavior, enforcing standards as necessary.
Ensure active compliance from all crew members with safety procedures, including but not limited to the consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), conducting safety meetings, and reporting any safety concerns to the Program Manager.
Represent the organization positively while engaging with forest visitors including sharing information about trail conditions, safety, and public land regulations.
Project Work
Partner with the 6 Forest Service Districts across the BTNF to assist in high priority projects.
Lead a crew of 4 while performing trail maintenance including but not limited to signage work, tread repair, log outs, drainage improvements, and trail corridor clearing using hand tools and chainsaws/crosscut saws.
Data collection/monitoring/reporting
Collect data and photos to prepare hitch-specific reports on key metrics (i.e. # trees logged, miles of trail cleared, etc.).
Data collection includes crew anecdotes, storytelling, and documentation necessary for grant reporting and public education.
Conduct crew performance reviews at mid-season and end-of-season.
Requirements
Minimum of 1 season leading a trail crew OR 2 seasons of trail work in front country and backcountry settings.
Minimum B bucker for crosscut and chainsaw, will provide re-certifications if needed.
WFR or WFA, will provide if needed.
Valid drivers license.
Physical requirements: the ability to work in remote, backcountry settings for up to 8 days at a time; hike long distances while carrying up to 50lbs of tools, gear, and personal supplies for front country and backcountry hitches.
Application Process
Please send your resume, 3 professional references, and an optional cover letter to employment@btfriends.org with the title “Forest Corps Application.” Mention if you are applying for the Lead or Crew Member position.
Forest Corps Crew Member
The Forest Corps Crew Member will work collaboratively as part of a team of four to address projects across the Bridger-Teton National Forest. This position will encompass substantial field work including, but not limited to, wilderness/backcountry trail maintenance and clearing, front country developed and dispersed recreation infrastructure maintenance, and habitat restoration work.
Reports to: Forest Corps Crew Lead
Effective Start Date: Mid-May 2026
Employment Classification: Full time, hourly
Rate of Pay: $20/hr, less applicable taxes and deductions
Working Hours: Full time, hourly 40 hours/week
Benefits
Health insurance offered; employer covers most of the premium.
Housing provided in USFS bunkhouse (if needed).
4 hours of PTO accrued every 2 week pay period, paid Federal holidays.
Per diem for overnight work-related activities.
Responsibilities
Project Work
Partner with 6 Forest Service Districts across the BTNF to assist in high priority projects.
Perform trail maintenance including but not limited to signage work, tread repair, log outs, drainage improvements, and trail corridor clearing using hand tools and chainsaws/crosscut saws.
Represent the organization positively while engaging with forest visitors including sharing information about trail conditions, safety, and public land regulations.
Data collection/monitoring/reporting
Collect data and photos to prepare hitch-specific reports on key metrics (i.e. # trees logged, miles of trail cleared, etc.).
Data collection includes crew anecdotes, storytelling, and documentation necessary for grant reporting and public education.
Requirements
Minimum of 1 season working on trails in front country and backcountry settings.
Experience with chainsaw/crosscut work, will provide re-certifications if needed.
First Aid/CPR required, will provide if needed.
Physical requirements: the ability to work in remote, backcountry settings for up to 8 days at a time; hike long distances while carrying up to 50lbs of tools, gear, and personal supplies for front country and backcountry hitches.
Application Process
Please send your resume, 3 professional references, and an optional cover letter to employment@btfriends.org with the title “Forest Corps Application.” Mention if you are applying for the Lead or Crew Member position.