Carpentry Crew Member

Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) is seeking Pro Build Crew Members to work on Conservation Crews and make a difference in communities throughout Vermont. Pro Build Crew Members will work with their crew to complete carpentry and construction projects. With the support of VYCC's Build Projects Supervisor, the crew will work on the construction of an 800 square foot, high efficiency, 4-season, off grid, backcountry hut. This work will be completed in conjunction with the Vermont Huts Association.

Pro Crew Members gain technical skills to help them be competitive in their next adventures while building a new network of colleagues. A successful Pro Crew Member is able to work in challenging conditions, complete high-quality work, be a supportive member of their crew, and work well both independently and as a part of a small team. If you are excited to develop your technical skills, work alongside other conservation professionals, and have a positive impact in Vermont, this position is for you.

These positions will run from late May/early June through August or late May/early June through the beginning of October. 

Crew Functions

• Contribute to positive crew morale, foster teamwork, respect fellow Crew Members
  
• Maintain an emotionally and physically safe work and living environment (when camping together)
  
• Follow VYCC policies and procedures, and maintain project and program goals, and foster the VYCC mission
  
• Maintain regular communication with Crew Leader, VYCC staff, and project partners
  
• Be part of a team made up of diverse individuals
  
• Work hard in all types of weather and environments
  
• Ability to adapt, grow and move outside of comfort zones
  

Project Accomplishments

• Help to collect, process, and organize data collected in the field
  
• Participate in high production, quality, and safety standards for crew
  

Community Development

• Engage with feedback to help set personal and crew goals, assess growth, and celebrate progress
  
• Be a part of a supportive and encouraging environment both on the job site and when camping as a crew
  

• Be at least 20 years of age (there is no upper age limit)
  
• Willingness to undergo a criminal background check
  
• Ability to travel to project sites throughout the state
  
• Exceptional time management, organizational skills, and attention to detail
  
• Some prior carpentry, building, or trades experience
  
• Knowledge and experience with hand and power tools
  
• Interest in pursuing career in building trades work, design, architecture, weatherization, etc.
  

The Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) is a 501c3 nonprofit focused on engaging young people in service, work, conservation, and agriculture. Since 1985, VYCC staff have provided valuable work and learning opportunities to youth and young adults from across the country and from nearly every town in Vermont. Our model is strong and simple: young people, working together, guided by highly trained leaders, completing priority projects in conservation and agriculture.