Utah Conservation Corps
2025 Field Logistics Technician
Utah Conservation Corps, Logan, Utah, us, 84322
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2025 Field Logistics TechnicianThe AmeriCorps Field Logistics Technician (FLT) provides leadership and support to multiple field crews, and assistance to field staff in seasonal trainings and logistical coordination. The FLT ensures that field crews are prepared to perform high-quality conservation service in a positive, safe, and productive environment. Support of field crews and operations may include (but is not limited to):Working with crews at their project sitesAssisting with training crew leaders and membersPerforming project site visits; managing logistics for crewsMaintaining tools and equipmentData entry and project administration tasks in the field officeAssisting with crew member recruitment effortsDeveloping positive, lasting relationships with project partnersThe FLT term of service is approximately 10 months, spanning 3 field seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall). This position involves frequent travel, camping, irregular hours, and a varying weekly schedule. The FLT must have strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility, capacity for self-direction, a passion for conservation work, and a desire to provide mentorship to emerging conservation leaders. The AmeriCorps Field Logistics Technicians will be supervised by the UCC Field Staff.Projects & Schedule
UCC operates three 12-week field seasons throughout the year. The FLT begins their term of service prior to the start of spring field season. During this time, FLTs become familiar with their responsibilities and assist regional staff with preparation for spring training. The spring season is dedicated to the development of Crew Leaders through formal training and peer-led project work. FLTs will participate in the Crew Leaders’ training period, then participate in project work with Crew Leaders for the remainder of the spring season (March – May). During our summer and fall field seasons, FLTs assist field staff with logistical coordination and support field crews.Field projects may be backcountry (hiking into the project site, camping away from a vehicle) or front country (driving to the project site daily, camping at the vehicle, or non-camp lodging). Projects may be urban (located in a city or town) or rural (located in national parks, forests, etc. with limited access to facilities and services). Project work will vary due to seasonality and environmental safety concerns. Projects may include (but are not limited to):Trail construction and maintenanceInvasive species management, including herbicide applicationHabitat restorationFence installation/repair/removalLand management inventory and mappingRecreational facilities maintenance and constructionCommunity serviceEvery crew will have unique projects and travel schedules. Crews may be on ‘hitch’ for 4-14 days, working 10 hours/day (some days may be up to 12 hours/day), while camping in front and backcountry settings. Typically, crews will have 3-5 days off between hitches. Days will include two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch. (The 30-minute lunch break does not count toward term of service hours).FLTs may or may not be on a typical ‘hitch’ schedule as outlined above. The FLT schedule is highly variable depending on the field office and the project needs. FLTs report to field staff at their assigned regional office.FLTs may be deployed on AmeriCorps Disaster Response Team mission assignments to support preparedness, response, and recovery activities in communities impacted by disasters.The Field Logistics Technician position is an AmeriCorps 1700 hour term requiring a full-time commitment during the field season.Responsibilities
Field Crew SupportProvides technical, logistical, and operational support to field crewsSupports field crews with training, guidance, and constructive feedbackServes as a role model, resource, peer counselor, and advisor for field crewsCultivates a supportive learning environment for Crew Leaders and Crew MembersConducts regular risk management audits in the fieldVerifies compliance with UCC protocols, procedures, and policies; reports violations to UCC staffParticipates in weekly check-in calls from crews in the fieldOversees and/or leads the rig-up (pre-hitch) and de-rig (post-hitch) of crews at the field officeActs as a temporary crew leader, as neededCommunicates tool and equipment needs to UCC field staffHelps with maintenance and inventory of hand tools, chain saws, brush cutters, camp equipment, and moreTraining AssistanceAssists with seasonal crew training sessions and provides ongoing training in the field during each field season. Topics may include (but are not limited to):
Trail maintenance & constructionProper tool use & maintenancePre-project planning & organizationUSFS Chainsaw training (non-fire)Crew Leader developmentField work rig-up and de-rig proceduresVehicle inspections and maintenanceHerbicide: safety, use, and storageOutdoor living skills and Leave No Trace principles
Projects and Partnerships DevelopmentUnder the supervision of regional staff, attends site visits and discusses current and future project assignments with project partnersAssists field staff with project planning and communication with project partnersQualifications
MinimumTrail maintenance and construction experienceChainsaw training and experienceExperience with group communication, conflict management & resolution skillsMaturity and professionalismAdaptability in an environment with irregular and changing schedulesSelf-motivated with a commitment to personal and professional growth6 months minimum leadership or supervisory experience in a team or crew-based settingDemonstrated outdoor/camping skills (e.g., guiding, conservation work, front country/backcountry skills) – can be volunteer/informal/formalAlignment with UCC’s mission and values of safety, service, community, inclusivity, positivity, and engagementHigh school diploma or GEDEligible to enroll in an AmeriCorps term of servicePass a National Service Criminal History CheckPreferred6 months experience in conservation corps, public lands management, or work in similar fieldsAbility to communicate professionally and effectively with administrators, supervisors, and peersExperience working with and demonstrating leadership in diverse settings
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2025 Field Logistics TechnicianThe AmeriCorps Field Logistics Technician (FLT) provides leadership and support to multiple field crews, and assistance to field staff in seasonal trainings and logistical coordination. The FLT ensures that field crews are prepared to perform high-quality conservation service in a positive, safe, and productive environment. Support of field crews and operations may include (but is not limited to):Working with crews at their project sitesAssisting with training crew leaders and membersPerforming project site visits; managing logistics for crewsMaintaining tools and equipmentData entry and project administration tasks in the field officeAssisting with crew member recruitment effortsDeveloping positive, lasting relationships with project partnersThe FLT term of service is approximately 10 months, spanning 3 field seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall). This position involves frequent travel, camping, irregular hours, and a varying weekly schedule. The FLT must have strong leadership and communication skills, flexibility, capacity for self-direction, a passion for conservation work, and a desire to provide mentorship to emerging conservation leaders. The AmeriCorps Field Logistics Technicians will be supervised by the UCC Field Staff.Projects & Schedule
UCC operates three 12-week field seasons throughout the year. The FLT begins their term of service prior to the start of spring field season. During this time, FLTs become familiar with their responsibilities and assist regional staff with preparation for spring training. The spring season is dedicated to the development of Crew Leaders through formal training and peer-led project work. FLTs will participate in the Crew Leaders’ training period, then participate in project work with Crew Leaders for the remainder of the spring season (March – May). During our summer and fall field seasons, FLTs assist field staff with logistical coordination and support field crews.Field projects may be backcountry (hiking into the project site, camping away from a vehicle) or front country (driving to the project site daily, camping at the vehicle, or non-camp lodging). Projects may be urban (located in a city or town) or rural (located in national parks, forests, etc. with limited access to facilities and services). Project work will vary due to seasonality and environmental safety concerns. Projects may include (but are not limited to):Trail construction and maintenanceInvasive species management, including herbicide applicationHabitat restorationFence installation/repair/removalLand management inventory and mappingRecreational facilities maintenance and constructionCommunity serviceEvery crew will have unique projects and travel schedules. Crews may be on ‘hitch’ for 4-14 days, working 10 hours/day (some days may be up to 12 hours/day), while camping in front and backcountry settings. Typically, crews will have 3-5 days off between hitches. Days will include two 15-minute breaks and one 30-minute lunch. (The 30-minute lunch break does not count toward term of service hours).FLTs may or may not be on a typical ‘hitch’ schedule as outlined above. The FLT schedule is highly variable depending on the field office and the project needs. FLTs report to field staff at their assigned regional office.FLTs may be deployed on AmeriCorps Disaster Response Team mission assignments to support preparedness, response, and recovery activities in communities impacted by disasters.The Field Logistics Technician position is an AmeriCorps 1700 hour term requiring a full-time commitment during the field season.Responsibilities
Field Crew SupportProvides technical, logistical, and operational support to field crewsSupports field crews with training, guidance, and constructive feedbackServes as a role model, resource, peer counselor, and advisor for field crewsCultivates a supportive learning environment for Crew Leaders and Crew MembersConducts regular risk management audits in the fieldVerifies compliance with UCC protocols, procedures, and policies; reports violations to UCC staffParticipates in weekly check-in calls from crews in the fieldOversees and/or leads the rig-up (pre-hitch) and de-rig (post-hitch) of crews at the field officeActs as a temporary crew leader, as neededCommunicates tool and equipment needs to UCC field staffHelps with maintenance and inventory of hand tools, chain saws, brush cutters, camp equipment, and moreTraining AssistanceAssists with seasonal crew training sessions and provides ongoing training in the field during each field season. Topics may include (but are not limited to):
Trail maintenance & constructionProper tool use & maintenancePre-project planning & organizationUSFS Chainsaw training (non-fire)Crew Leader developmentField work rig-up and de-rig proceduresVehicle inspections and maintenanceHerbicide: safety, use, and storageOutdoor living skills and Leave No Trace principles
Projects and Partnerships DevelopmentUnder the supervision of regional staff, attends site visits and discusses current and future project assignments with project partnersAssists field staff with project planning and communication with project partnersQualifications
MinimumTrail maintenance and construction experienceChainsaw training and experienceExperience with group communication, conflict management & resolution skillsMaturity and professionalismAdaptability in an environment with irregular and changing schedulesSelf-motivated with a commitment to personal and professional growth6 months minimum leadership or supervisory experience in a team or crew-based settingDemonstrated outdoor/camping skills (e.g., guiding, conservation work, front country/backcountry skills) – can be volunteer/informal/formalAlignment with UCC’s mission and values of safety, service, community, inclusivity, positivity, and engagementHigh school diploma or GEDEligible to enroll in an AmeriCorps term of servicePass a National Service Criminal History CheckPreferred6 months experience in conservation corps, public lands management, or work in similar fieldsAbility to communicate professionally and effectively with administrators, supervisors, and peersExperience working with and demonstrating leadership in diverse settings
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