Overview The Larimer County Conservation Corps (LCCC) offers positions to young adults to spend a season serving on meaningful conservation projects throughout the Front Range of Colorado. The LCCC is based in Fort Collins, Colorado and is an accredited corps through the Colorado Youth Corps Association and The Corps Network. Learn more about LCCC at
larimer.gov/lccc.
This new internship position works directly with the US Forest Service and serves as a member of an (Off Highway Vehicle) roads & trails maintenance team to maintain, repair, and build OHV routes throughout the Forest Service unit to ensure protection of wildlife habitat and water quality in addition to improving recreational access to forest lands. The candidate will serve as a public facing employee interacting with Forest Service land visitors patrolling designated OHV routes for rules and regulations compliance and providing customer service. This is a temporary position from May 13 - December 7 (tentative). Work will be completed in Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forest and Pawnee National Grassland, working alongside US Forest Service Staff.
The typical schedule for this position is Wednesday - Saturday 7 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. May include weekend work leading volunteer events. This schedule may be modified due to holidays, training, weather, logistics, or other unforeseen circumstances. Training dates will be coordinated and communicated prior to employment.
Learn more about LCCC at
larimer.gov/lccc.
Responsibilities What you'll be doing:
- Maintain Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) routes, including roads and trails, by applying gravel and other materials, restoring impacted areas, and replacing signage as needed.
- Prepare construction materials, ensure proper tool maintenance, and document completed work.
- Plan and coordinate logistics for OHV trail maintenance and reconstruction projects, including conducting trail logs, road and trail condition assessments, and prescription surveys as needed.
- Perform OHV trail maintenance independently or as a leader of a small project crew.
- Oversee routine maintenance of OHV roads and trails at dispersed recreation sites, including cleanup and natural restoration.
- Educate OHV crew members, volunteers, and visitors on regulations related to OHV route maintenance. Inspect assigned areas to ensure compliance with regulations and specifications.
- Engage with forest visitors as needed, providing education on OHV route maintenance and cleanup.
- Assist with compliance checks and inspections for Special-Use permits. Support enforcement of OHV restrictions by maintaining regulatory signage and ensuring adherence to established guidelines.
- Operates and maintains work trucks, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs), Trail Motorcycles, chainsaws, and other power tools.
- May drive long distances each day to get to work site areas.
To view the full job description, visit -
https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Work_Experience_TEMP_-_Lawn.
What we're looking for:
- Knowledge of OHV route and area surveying, maintenance, rehabilitation, reconstruction, and construction principles to effectively plan and implement projects.
- Basic understanding of data collection and analysis methods to support project decision-making.
- Technical expertise in the use and limitations of handheld motorized power drilling equipment for OHV route construction and reconstruction.
- Understanding of forest resources and their role in trail maintenance to ensure access to recreational areas.
- Ability to assess soil types, oversee site preparation, and apply appropriate conservation practices for effective trail maintenance and construction.
- Proficiency in using construction tools and the ability to train crews in their proper use for road and trail repairs.
- Skill in operating All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), Utility Terrain Vehicles (UTVs), Trail Motorcycles, and trailers.
- Strong communication skills to effectively engage with the public, explain management principles, and monitor activities.
- Strong planning and organizational skills to coordinate daily schedules, prioritize tasks, and complete assignments efficiently.
Qualifications To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role's needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
BenefitsFor all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.
To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit
https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefitsSupplemental Information An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.
All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.
Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.
