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Programs / US Forest Service, Shoshone National Forest: Recreation, Backcountry Trails, Timber
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Backcountry Trail Crew - Job Training Program

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Program summary

The incumbent will serve as part of a professional backcountry trail crew and will spend 8 days at a time living and working in remote backcountry settings. The North Zone Trails Program covers 3 ranger districts and 926 miles of trail. Ability to hike over mountainous and steep terrain in inclement weather for extended periods of time a must. Candidates will work in small crews in remote and isolated settings spending the summer months camping in wilderness areas for eight days at a time. Availability from May-October required. No internships are available outside of these dates.

Roles & job description

Individuals will serve as a professional trail crew member on the Nations First National Forest: The Shoshone. Crew members will use primitive tools to accomplish many miles of trail maintenance throughout the season. Regular use of hand tools to install water bars, check-steps, retaining walls, clear trail corridor of trees and downed debris and to widen trail tread. Applicant must be able to hike (12 miles) in rugged and mountainous terrain while carrying a heavy pack daily. Repetitive bending/stooping with heavy packs. Expected to work 10 hours of manual labor everyday in isolated backcountry settings where Grizzly bear are prolific.

Additional notes

Individual must pay for housing

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 1 - 30 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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