Seasonal Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member Job at Paul Smiths College, Paul Smiths, NY

  • Paul Smiths College
  • Paul Smiths, NY

Job Description

Position: Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member

Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Staff

Department: Forestry

Reports to: Forest Operations

Compensation: $16.00-$17.00 hourly rate

Position Description:

Paul Smith’s College Lt C & T crew is a fully functioning entity focused on creating, re-designing, and upgrading trails as well as repair and construction of existing lean-tos and cabins on PSC lands as well as contracting to private individuals and/or companies. Our mission is to extend our classroom and field instruction with real world application thereof. This approach will set the standard for exceptional work moving forward regarding how PSC lands shall be developed, and also serve as a springboard for students wishing to continue in this profession and related fields. Accessibility in the form of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance will also be incorporated on a case-by-case basis. Students will also have the ability to continue in their positions during the academic semesters as the workload allows and they remain in good standing in the academic studies. Advancement opportunities are also available. We also work in tandem with the Forest Ops crew when needed and vise-versa.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Successful crew members will be instrumental in creating safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing end products. They will also be responsible for aiding in design and development of projects, including estimating time & material costs needed as well as proper tool use and maintenance. Focus should also include the impacts to the natural environment, ecosystems and visitor experience. Understanding and applying aspects of sustainability and accessibility shall always be in the forefront.

Requirements:

  • Parks & Conservation students are encouraged to apply as well as those in the Forestry, Natural Resource Conservation Management, and Sustainability disciplines, however all students are welcome to apply

  • Prior landscaping and/or construction experience, or the willingness and desire to grasp and excel in hands-on woods work

  • Currently possess or have the ability to acquire basic Red Cross First Aid.

  • Experience using numerous landscaping and construction hand tools. (Chainsaw experience is not necessarily required; however, students who operate chainsaws must have Game of Logging levels I & II certifications)

  • Understand and appreciate hazards and safety protocol involved in working in a natural environment

  • Capacity to lift, carry, and maneuver 50lbs, and perform other strenuous activities

  • Ability to work in inclement weather and on uneven terrain

  • Capacity to perform duties independently, proactively, and accept direction from crew boss and/or crew supervisor

  • Valid Driver’s License and a motor vehicle record that meets the College’s standard of “approved driver.”

  • Must provide proof of health insurance.

Housing may be available in PSC dorms during the summer months

Paul Smith’s College is an equal opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid unnecessary or discriminatory requirements.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Summer work, Seasonal work

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