Crew Member - Wildland Restoration Team (Fall)

The Montana Conservation Corps seeks Crew Members for its Wildland Restoration Team, engaging in 4-9 day overnight conservation projects in Montana's Northern Rockies. Crew members will camp in various settings, perform rigorous tasks such as invasive species management, and participate in trail maintenance. The role emphasizes training, leadership development, and teamwork, targeting individuals aged 17-30 with a passion for service and conservation. This position requires physical endurance and adaptability.
What you will do:As a crew member, you will serve on 4-9 day overnight conservation projects on some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Northern Rockies and Plains. Your crew will be made up of adults who are 17-30 years old and come from a variety of backgrounds and locations throughout the country. Crews will camp for the full duration of a hitch (i.e. 4-9 day project assignment), oftentimes in remote locations on varied terrain and in all weather conditions. Camping accommodations vary, including car-camping and remote backcountry settings away from a vehicle. Not all CMs will serve on all types of projects. Crews may be deployed for natural disaster relief. Projects & Crew types may shift during the season.Wildland Restoration Teams collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders (private, government, and non-profit) in order to achieve large scale land conservation efforts with rural communities throughout the state of Montana. Wildland Restoration Teams participate in the identification, treatment and inventory of invasive plant species. Utilizing chemical, mechanical and biological treatment techniques. Projects may include chainsaw use. Wetlands and habitat restoration projects: including managing invasive plants through herbicide application, seed collection, and/ or various stream restoration techniques. Projects are often rigorous, requiring participants to carry a heavy backpack sprayer in hot weather across rugged terrain while wearing protective gear. Members may also participate in other conservation projects such as trail maintenance, fencing, and other types of projects.What you will get:Crew Members receive extensive training in technical skills, federal hiring, communication, teamwork, and much more. Through a term of service with MCC, participants not only walk away with valuable technical and field skills, but also develop competencies to achieve success in a wide variety of careers. Crew Members experience the full measure of their character and discover their capacity to lead change in their communities and, just as importantly, in their own lives. A term of service with MCC places our participants in an excellent position for future federal hiring and conservation careers!Who we are looking for:We often see applicants who don’t realize they are qualified to take on a role here at MCC. MCC is a developmental program and it is our role to teach, train, and develop leadership competencies in our participants. We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a service term, therefore our position descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer service, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. We encourage anyone to apply who has an interest in conservation and bettering themselves for the future. What Qualities Make a Successful Crew Member at MCC:A passion for service and conservation.A positive mental attitude and seeing others with positive regard.Adaptability and flexibility.A commitment to serving the whole term.A growth mindset - coming willing to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.Location: Bozeman and Kalispell, MTAges: 17-30, up to 35 for military veteransProgram Dates: 08/03/2026 -10/16/2026 Living Allowance: $1,200 biweekly before taxes are taken outAmeriCorps Education Award: $1,565.08 upon completion of the programMember Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more!Public Lands Service Corps Hiring Preference: Members serving with federal land management agencies may be eligible to receive hiring preference for future federal job placementSupportive coaching staff invested in your success.Community Spaces: We offer community spaces to build community, connection, and support during the season. The groups meet regularly and are open to all participants who identify within the respective community.Food Per Diem while on ProjectsAccess to Pro DealsHousing options may be available in specific regions; talk with a Program Manager to learn more!! Learn More About Adult Conservation Crews!APPLY/FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION HERE!Watch these Videos to Learn More:Why Join MCC Find Community @ MCCA Day in the Life @ MCCMCC is committed to being welcoming to all and encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.Qualifications:High school degree, GED, or willingness to work towards obtaining a GEDMinimum age of 17US Citizenship or lawful permanent US ResidentAbility to hike 3-12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60-70lbsAbility to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power toolsAbility to pass a National Service Criminal History CheckAvailable for duration of entire term of service; commitment to completing termStrong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environmentWillingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a timeBenefits:Education Award Use for student loans, certifications, work trade programs, education expenses, and moreForbearance for certain student loans while serving with AmeriCorps.Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more!Public Lands Service Corps Hiring Preference: Members serving with federal land management agencies may be eligible to receive hiring preference for future federal job placementSupportive coaching staff invested in your success.Community Spaces: We offer community spaces to build community, connection, and support during the season. The groups meet regularly and are open to all participants who identify within the respective community.Living AllowanceAmeriCorps Child Care BenefitsSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)Meals provided while on projectsAccess to Pro DealsWe provide uniforms and transportation to project sites.Tools and safety gear are covered. Things like hard hats, work gloves, ear protection, safety glasses and group camping gear. We have some items to loan if needed.Certifications (Depending on Position and Crew Type):First Aid & CPRDefensive Driving Chainsaw CertificationCrosscut Certification Training and Opportunities (Depending on Position and Crew Type):Training on Resume Building, Interviewing, and Federal HiringHand & Power Tool Use (including chainsaw and crosscut saw)Backcountry Travel & NavigationTrail Maintenance & ConstructionLeave No TraceHabitat Management & ImprovementLearn about natural resource managementLeadership, communication, and teamwork competenciesDevelop life skills, career skills, and a strong service ethicConnect with project partners: federal, state, and non-profits for career opportunitiesJoin our network of alumni in natural resource careers all over the countryServe in beautiful, wild, and protected places.