Maine Appalachian Trail Club
2012 Season

Maine Trail Crew Leader

Teach and lead a volunteer trail crew doing footpath reconstruction work on the Appalachian Trail at remote sites on the mountains of Maine. Projects include building rock steps, waterbars and retaining walls and as well as new trail.  Activities focus on teamwork and learning opportunities for volunteers.  Training with stone cutting, stone work, Griphoist rigging systems, First aid, and leadership techniques will be provided.  Sorry, no pets are allowed.

Qualifications:

• At least one season of trail work experience
• At least one season in an outdoor leadership role
• Ability to teach trail skills
• Previous experience using power tools and building rock structures
• Good health and physical fitness
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Durable sense of humor
• Ability to maintain a safe and enjoyable work environment under challenging conditions
• Ability to motivate and work with people of all ages and backgrounds

Salary:  $12.50 per hour plus housing and meals provided

Dates:  May 12 – August 19, 2012

To Apply:  send your resume, cover letter and 3 references to:

Lester C. Kenway
PO Box 8057
Bangor ME 04402
or by email to trailser@myfairpoint.net.

Applications accepted until the positions are filled with preference given to those received by January 31, 2012.