Facilities Technician Member - Bridger-Teton National Forest

Facilities Technician Member

Summary
American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with U.S. Forest Service is seeking two (2) Facilities Technician Members to contribute to Greys River Road and Recreation Site Improvements Phase 2 project alongside Bridger-Teton National Forest Staff.

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Member One

Start Date: June 2025
Estimated End Date: 14 weeks after Start Date

 

Member Two

Start Date: June 2025

Estimated End Date: 16 weeks after Start Date

Location Details/Description: Alpine, Wyoming

About the Greys River Ranger District:

The Greys River Ranger District is one of six districts in the forest. It is best known for the Greys River corridor, which contains the most highly traveled road in the forest and provides important accessibility to a diverse range of backcountry and front country recreation throughout the year. This diversity of opportunities is founded on a highly valued patchwork of areas for developed and dispersed camping, motorized and non-motorized travel, hunting, fishing, and harvest of firewood, Christmas trees, and other forest products.  Expanses of backcountry areas remain cherished havens for hiking, horseback riding, and other traditional uses.

The local communities of Star Valley enjoy multi-generational connections to the lands being managed, based on longstanding forest use and rich local history. The district has a long established, nationwide recognition for remarkable mule deer hunting, and contributes significantly to Wyoming’s black bear hunting opportunities.  The Greys River and its tributaries provide extensive, well connected, and intact aquatic habitat that is important to the conservation status of the Snake River cutthroat. The district also contains one of the world’s only cold-water periodic springs and portions of the historic Lander Trail. 

In winter, the district becomes a coveted destination for snowmobiling by providing easy trail rides and wildlife viewing, challenging terrain for advanced riders, and close proximity to quality snowpack for a multi-state area. The recreation program in the district manages 4 rental cabins, 4 open campgrounds, a year-round robust outfitter and guide program, hundreds of miles of motorized and non-motorized trails and special recreation events of all kinds.

Star Valley is the collective name for the communities that make up the “star valley front” which runs parallel and through the Greys River Ranger District. It is located in Lincoln co, WY between the Salt River Range in western Wyoming and the Webster Range of eastern Idaho. The altitude of the valley ranges from 5,600 feet (1,700 m) to 7,000 feet (2,100 m). Three major Wyoming rivers, the Salt River, the Greys River and the Snake River meet near Alpine Junction at Palisades Reservoir. There are approximately 10 communities that make up the star valley front, and they vary greatly in make-up but are all fairly rural locations. There are 3 grocery stores along the valley, several hardware/ maintenance/ and outdoor stores, a moderate selection of restaurants and bars. Many services and stores are closed on Sundays.

For more information about Grey River Road Rec Area, please visit the USFS website.

Position Overview: 

• The maintenance mechanic performs a variety of tasks involved in the upkeep of all buildings, grounds and related structures, fixtures, and utilities on the Forest. The duties are performed within the following trades: carpenter, electrical equipment repair, plumber, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC). 
• Carpentry duties include planning and completing projects from initial layout to final installation.  Constructs and/or repairs such items as warehouses, garages, residences, roofs, etc.  Remodels building interiors and installs campground tables, barriers, bridges, etc.  Installs doors, builds staircases, etc. Builds forms and pours concrete.
• Electrician duties include troubleshooting all electrical problems that occur.  Replace circuit breakers, light fixtures, add additional receptacles and switches.  Rewires old buildings when doing remodels to bring wiring up to code. Repairs electric water heater elements, plan and sketch wiring diagrams for new circuits. Runs thin wall conduit, rigid conduit, PVC, and romex wiring.  
• Plumbing duties include repairing water lines, installing toilets and lavatory fixtures, and re-plumbering lines as needed. The plumber also installs electric and propane water heaters, replaces and repairs sewer lines, snakes sewer lines, and installs water meters.
• HVAC duties include repairing or replacing evaporative coolers, repairs to refrigerated cooling and heating units, installing thermostats for HVAC units, installing electric wall heaters and installing restroom ventilation fans.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This individual placement is meant to facilitate professional development and promotes exposure to land management agencies and networking with professionals. This could include gaining experience in different conservation fields and shadowing different work groups.

Schedule: Four days a week for a 10-hour day/40 hrs weekly. Possibility of working on weekends.

Position Benefits

Living Allowance: The ACE Member is expected to contribute ~40 hours/week and will receive a living allowance of Member 1 (14weeks) $875/week ; Member 2 (16weeks) $950/week to offset the costs of food and incidental expenses, dispersed bi-weekly. The living allowance is a fixed rate determined by the USFS and ACE and is not flexible.

Public Land Corps Hiring Authority: Members serving under this agreement may be eligible for a federal hiring authority upon completion of their term of service and 640 hours of service. If the duration of a PLC-eligible term is not long enough for Members to accrue 640 hours of service (~16 weeks), the total hours served at the completion of the term may be eligible to be combined with hours accrued from another PLC-eligible term to meet the 640 hours requirement. PLC projects also include specific eligibility requirements such as age and citizenship. Please see the ACE website for more information on PLC eligibility. 

Relocation Assistance: ACE members will have access to up to $300 to be used for eligible relocation expenses. Further details regarding distribution of these funds will be provided during the interview process. 

Gear Assistance: ACE members will have up to $300 to spend on eligible gear purchases. Eligible gear for this position includes boots, work clothes, equipment, etc and must be approved by ACE staff prior to purchase. 

Provided Training/Orientation: ACE members will receive position specific training and an orientation outlining ACE policies and procedures, clear guidance on prohibited activities, and networks for support.

Qualifications 

Required:

• Members must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, as required by U.S. government contracts
• Willing and able to represent ACE and the partner organization in a professional, positive, and enthusiastic manner. 
• Ability to be both self-directed/work alone, and be a positive, contributing member of a group.
• A valid driver's license and an insurable driving record (documentation to be provided upon request).
• Willing to undergo and must pass the required criminal history checks
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• ACE Members will need to complete bi-weekly timesheets, beginning of term feedback forms, end of term evaluations and for longer terms, a mid-term evaluation. 
• To learn more about eligibility requirements, please visit our website.

Preferred: 

• Competitive applicants for this position can have relevant experience in subject areas such as maintenance work, plumbing, electrical work, maintenance.
• All candidates are encouraged to apply, though local candidates will be strongly considered. 
• Knowledge of handy work, carpentry,  recreation maintenance, painting, and operating heavy equipment and power tools.

Physical Demands, Work Environment and Working Conditions: 

• Physical Demands: Requires frequent walking, standing, walking, hiking, carrying, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. Manual dexterity required for use of various tools, power and hand tools, maintenance work, heavy equipment. Required to stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and crouch.
• Vision Requirements: Requires close, distance, peripheral and depth perception vision as well as the ability to focus. 
• Weight Lifted or Force Exerted: Frequently moves up to 50 lbs., ability to move up to 50 pounds.
• Environmental: Outdoor and indoor conditions. Work environment conditions can change frequently; working under adverse weather conditions and in various climates 
• Noise Environment:[Moderate to high noise such gas-powered chainsaws and other hand and power tools. 
• Travel: This position may require domestic travel.

Environmental Conditions/Hazards:  The ACE member(s) may encounter environmental conditions/hazards including extreme heat or cold, rocky terrain, swamp or wetland conditions, biting insects, and potentially dangerous wildlife. The member is expected to conduct duties in a safe and orderly manner so as not to endanger self, fellow staff/members or resources.

Vehicle and Equipment Use/Safety:  If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by the USFS or ACE.  Any tools required for the accomplishment of the duties will be provided by the USFS. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), typically provided by the USFS, will be mandatory for any activity that requires it.  Strict adherence to USFS and ACE equipment training, certification and safety protocols is required.  
 

To Apply: Please submit your resume, a cover letter demonstrating your interest and experience, and contact information for three professional/academic references to ACE’s online application page for this position here. Early consideration will be given as applications are received. This position may close at any time. If you have any questions regarding this position, please feel free to contact Member Coordinator Yunielis Clemente Ortiz at yclemente-ortiz@usaconservation.org.

If you meet at least 70 percent of the qualifications, we want to hear from you!

ACE participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information when you are hired to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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