Overview
Crew Members, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care Jobs in Gresham, Oregon, USA at Siskiyou Mountain Club
We are a small nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving trails in the backcountry of Southwest Oregon and Northwest California. We believe it is a privilege to work in the most remote and undeveloped wildlands on the Pacific Coast and the Club takes pride in providing outstanding personal and professional growth opportunities for our employees who pursue meaningful achievements that lead to our strategic landscape-scale outcomes.
We are an equal opportunity employer and place high value on a diverse workforce. Read more about our commitment to civil rights and social justice here.
Job Description
Title:
Crew Member
Crew members commit to support the Club’s stewardship programs. They work a rigorous schedule on trail projects that run up to three weeks long. Crew members offer exceptional backcountry trail skills and can be counted on to produce results independently and in group settings.
They support Wilderness Corps Interns, staff teams, and volunteers.
Terms
Flexible terms up to 12 weeks with dates June 1 – September 30, 2025. May be required to take leave depending on term length. Pay is $15-17 per hour. Reports to Crew Leader and Program Managers.
Eligible for employer matched retirement account per current policy
Group health insurance options per current policy
Group housing may be available
Duties and Responsibilities
Field Work
Support daily operations that align with project goals
Work from remote backcountry locations on an array of trail projects
Perform daily work tasks including brushing, logging, and tread stabilization
Support staff and interns
Communication
Maintain professional attitude through interactions with SMC staff, interns, volunteers, and partners
Maintain strong communication systems and protocol
Strong communication in individual and group settings
Follow detailed instructions from supervisors
Required Skills and Experience
At least one season of backcountry trail experience
Must be comfortable working from backcountry hike-in locations with no amenities for up to three weeks
Crosscut “A” Certified, or equal proficiency
Ability to carry 50 pounds for 10 miles across rough terrain
Ability to spend long hours swinging tools, sawing logs, and clipping brush
Ability to learn new tools and tasks quickly
Use feedback to grow and improve
Punctuality and ability to work long and odd hours
Enthusiastic to work holidays and weekends
Ability to work independently in remote settings
Strong problem solving and brainstorming skills
First Aid/CPR
Able to learn navigation and map skills
Our application process
Send a cover letter and resume to (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below). you are selected for the application process, we take applicants through a screening process and two interviews.
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Siskiyou Mountain Club is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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Title: Crew Members, Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Company: Siskiyou Mountain Club
Location: Gresham, Oregon, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Outdoor / Nature, Environmental Science)
