American Youthworks
FOUNDED IN: 1981
Address:
1901 E. Ben White Blvd.
Austin, Texas
78741
Trails Across Texas Crew Member
JOB DETAILS
Actively Recruiting: Yes
Position title: Trails Across Texas Crew Member
Deadline to apply: 09/12/2022
Town, City, Park, etc: Austin
Benefits: AmeriCorps, Childcare, Education Award, Health Insurance, Industry-Recognized Certifications, Student Loan Forbearance
Project/Program Focus: Habitat Restoration, Other, Trails, Young Adult Programs (18+)
ORGANIZATION/PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Founded in 1975, American YouthWorks (AYW) connects young adults to education, paid career training, and support services through Conservation Corps programs in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, and YouthBuild Pre-Apprenticeship programs in Austin and Taylor, TX. In a supportive learning environment, participants learn in-demand job skills while addressing critical community needs—disaster response through FEMA deployments, wildfire prevention and hazardous fuel reduction, public land and infrastructure maintenance, and access to affordable housing and healthcare. Our nationally recognized, award-winning programs welcome young adults from local communities and provide innovative pathways to meaningful employment and career success.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Interested in traveling around the state and exploring different ecosystems and landscapes while camping? TXCC’s Trails Across Texas (TAT) Crew is a term of service for people ages 18-28. The TAT program is a team-based program in which a team of 2 AmeriCorps leaders and 4-8 members will complete high-priority trail improvement projects in Texas State Parks. These crews regularly travel throughout the state while camping for 10 days at a time. A term as a crew member with Texas Conservation Corps is both a challenging and rewarding experience that you will remember for the rest of your life!
JOB DUTIES
Texas Conservation Corps Trails Across Texas (TAT) Crew members will work in state parks across Texas maintaining and constructing trails and trail structures. Projects may include building and maintaining trails, constructing stone retaining walls, check steps, boardwalks, chainsaw work, and ADA compliant trails. Members will be trained in using tools such as chainsaws, picks, pruning saws, loppers, and rock bars. Crews travel to out-of-town project sites often, camping for 10 days at a time. No experience or skills required and all experiences welcome!
REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or GED
- Between the ages of 18-28
- US Citizenship or lawful permanent US Resident
- Ability to hike 3-12 miles per day in rugged terrain, often wearing a 45lb backpack and carrying tools.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
- Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
- Commitment to completing an entire term of service
- Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environment
- Ability to work with a diverse group of people
- Willingness to work long, hard hours in all weather conditions; ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
- Member Monthly Living Allowance (Stipend)
- $2,000/month for the Austin and San Antonio crews
- $1,500/month for the Houston and Baton Rouge crews
- Leader Monthly Living Allowance (Stipend)
- $2,200/month for the Austin and San Antonio crews
- $1,700/month for the Houston and Baton Rouge crews
- $1,374.60-$6,495 | Segal AmeriCorps Education Award: money for qualified student loans, higher education and training programs. Learn more about AmeriCorps and this award.
- Health insurance
- Non-private student loan deferment
- First Aid certification
- Technical skills training
- Fundamental skills training
- FEMA certifications
CONTACT INFORMATION
Email us with any questions about our programs at jointxcc@americanyouthworks.org
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please apply on our website to be considered for this position and begin the interview process!
Crew Leader/Member Applications are found here: https://veoci.com/v/p/form/a6vrjwkwv3tr?c=133766