Overview
Weld County Youth Conservation Corps Crew Member/Swamper Jobs in Greeley, Colorado, USA at AmeriCorps & Senior Corps
Weld County Youth Conservation Corps Crew Member (Swamper)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Invasive species and hazard tree removal as a swamper
Pesticide application
Promote a strong service ethic while encouraging the development of teambuilding, self-worth,conflict resolution,effective communication, goal setting, and decision making
Abide by WCYCC policies and procedures and maintain safety
Maintain apositive attitudeand reflect strong service ethic
Ability To:
Serve in unpredictable weather and potentially harsh environmental conditions
Communicate effectively with fellow corps members, crew leader, and program staff
Problem solve in a variety of settings and with adiversegroup of people
Demonstrate sound judgment/risk management skills
Service term may require attendance during the evenings and weekends as necessary (Camping for 3+ weeks)
Qualifications:
MUST BE 16* – 30 YEARS OLD TO APPLY
* If 16 years old, must be an out-of-school youth who has obtained High School Diploma or HSED
Willing to undergo and must pass required criminal history checks
Possess a valid state driver’s license or identification card
Must be able to pass a drug screening
U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or lawful permanent resident
Received or on track to receive high school diploma or GED
Have reliable transportation to and from service base
Experience:
Serving in ateam environment
Performing conservation-related service, or general labor tasks
Comfortable with power tools and serving in a hazardous environment
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 75+ lbs. alone and as a team
Ability to use/handle picks, sledgehammers, rakes, and shovels
Ability to transverse uneven terrain
Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, or to squat to perform tasks
Service term will require strenuous physical engagement, personal motivation, and perseverance
Member Duties:Corps members serve side-by-side with a crew leader to complete projects in a variety of weather conditions and terrain. Service may include 2 or more weeks of camping at remote project locations. Food & shelter will be provided during this time. Primary tasks include removing invasive tree species such as Russian Olive and Tamarisk from river systems in Weld County.
There will be downtime between chainsaw related contracts which will be filled by participation on other conservation and community service projects (land, water, energy). Service term will also include corps member development:
EnvironmentalEducation, First Aid, CPR/AED, Weather Spotter training,Resume Building, and Defensive Driving Certification.
Program
Benefits:Stipend,Educationaward upon successful completion of service, $2,200/month living stipend, Training.
Terms:
Uniforms provided and required, Permits working at another job during off hours, Permits attendance at school during off hours.
Service Areas:
Environment, Community and Economic Development.
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Title: Weld County Youth Conservation Corps Crew Member/Swamper
Company: AmeriCorps & Senior Corps
Location: Greeley, Colorado, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
