Youth Field Support Technician

Overview

The Field Support Technician (FST) responsibilities include supporting the training of Youth Crew Leaders and providing field visitation and logistical support to help ensure the successful completion of MCC projects and programming. In addition, FSTs will help ensure regional operations run smoothly. The FST, under the supervision of the Youth Program Manager, works with all regional staff and must maintain communication between the office and the field. The FST helps ensure that MCC policies and procedures are followed by all members and leaders while establishing and maintaining a good working relationship with project partners. The FST will be called upon to lead or join an existing crew when necessary. This is not a 9-5 job, rather a commitment to service and an experience where long hours and extended time away from your home base are to be expected. Serving as a FST at MCC means having passion for service to others, wild lands, wild places, and personal growth. FSTs must be self-motivated and flexible in order to meet the changing needs of the position. The FST is an AmeriCorps participant and is entitled to the benefit package offered to all AmeriCorps participants.

Field Support Technicians understand that commitment, flexibility and self-motivation are integral to maintaining the high expectations placed upon them. They use their training, experience and commitment to facilitate Youth Crew Leader and Youth Crew Member development. They are creative in their approach to problem solving and motivating others, and are invested in the idea that their personal development and growth as a leader are most fully realized when used in service to their crews, their communities and the environment.

Location: Kalispell, MT
Ages: 21-35
Program Dates: 02/23/2026-08/21/2026
Living Allowance: $1,440 biweekly ($2,880 p/month) before taxes are taken out
AmeriCorps Education Award: $3,679.50 upon completion of the program
Health Insurance: Provided at NO COST
Member Assistance Program: Free 24/7 access to confidential behavioral health counseling, financial assistance, medical/legal advocacy, and more!
Public Lands Service Corps Hiring Preference: Members serving with federal land management agencies may be eligible to receive hiring preference for future federal job placement
Supportive coaching staff invested in your success.
Community Spaces: We offer community spaces to build community, connection, and support during the season. The groups meet regularly and are open to all participants who identify within the respective community.
Food Per Diem while on Projects
Access to Pro Deals
Housing options may be available in specific regions; talk with a Program Manager to learn more!!

Tagged as: Conservation, Crew, Full Time, Support Staff, Teaching/Education, Trail Supervisor, Trail Supervisor, Crew, and Leaders

Qualifications:

High school degree, GED, or willingness to pursue obtaining a GED
US Citizen, National or Lawful Permanent Resident
Ability to pass a National Service Criminal History Check
21+ years old by the start date
Valid driver’s license, ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check
Ability to hike 3-12 miles per day in terrain that can be steep, rocky or uneven, often wearing a 45lb backpack while carrying tools and sometimes backpacking with full packs of 60 – 70lbs

Required Skills:

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly and use hand and power tools
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to obtain Wilderness First Aid/CPR training. (Training is reimbursable up to allotted amount/ MCC provides training)
Strong service ethic and desire to serve the community and the environment
Willingness to serve long hours in all weather conditions
Ability to be away on overnight trips for up to 10 days at a time

Preferred Skills:

Technical field skills related to trails, saw use, mesic restoration, weed management, campcraft, wilderness travel, and backcountry living