Conservation Corps Crew - C&O Canal National Historic Park Member -Oldtown, MD

Job description

Position Summary This crew, based at the Oldtown Maintenance Shop in Oldtown, MD, will support C&O Canal maintenance staff with daily tasks along the towpath. Members will remove vegetation from historic stone structures such as culverts, locks, flumes, and walls, as well as assist with removing fallen trees. The crew, composed of two members, will work under an SCA crew leader alongside NPS partners and staff. As NPS capacity allows, opportunities may include earning chainsaw certification, masonry projects, and carpentry projects. Basic First Aid and CPR training will be provided if needed. Successful completion may qualify members for Public Land Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority, granting eligibility for federal merit-based job openings for two years. Location: Oldtown, MD: Schedule: May 4 - August 28, 2026 Alternating A/B Week Schedule: A Week: Monday – Thursday 6:00am – 3:30pm B Week: Monday – Friday 6:00 am – 3:30 pm Schedule subject to change as directed by SCA or NPS. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with team members and SCA partners and staff completing designated work projects; Learn and develop skills in vegetation removal, mower use, power tools use, p...