Forestry Corps Member - Los Angeles

The Forestry Corps Member position at American Climate Corps in Los Angeles involves outdoor conservation work focused on forest health, vegetation management, and emergency response. Corps Members will receive training in forestry and participate in projects like wildfire management and trail maintenance. This full-time role requires a commitment to hard outdoor work and collaboration with diverse groups, with no specific degree required.
About the position

The Forestry Corps Member position with the California Conservation Corps involves engaging in service conservation work focused on forest health, fuel reduction, vegetation management, and emergency response. Corps Members will receive training and education in forestry, allowing them to apply their skills in various projects related to forest health and wildfire management. This role is designed for individuals who are enthusiastic about outdoor work and committed to environmental conservation.

Responsibilities
• Perform service conservation work focusing on forest health and fuel reduction.
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• Engage in vegetation management and emergency response activities.
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• Participate in wilderness and urban trail maintenance.
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• Assist in salmon restoration projects and wildland firefighting efforts.
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• Receive training and education centered on forestry and related skills.

Requirements
• Willingness and ability to engage in hard work outdoors in all weather conditions.
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• Enthusiasm to work with diverse groups of individuals.
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• Prepared and able to respond to emergencies and be away from home or assigned center for two weeks or longer.

Nice-to-haves
• Interest in forestry and forest health.
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• General interest in pursuing training and education in related fields.

Benefits
• Healthcare
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• Education benefit