Urban & Community Forestry Crew Member

Job Overview

Help create robust urban forests that reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions and improve public health and well-being. Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young people aged 19‑26 interested in a job‑training and educational opportunity, working outdoors while making a positive impact on our urban forests. Work completed by this crew will help develop the urban tree canopy in areas deemed underserved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) crew members will work with 4 other members and 1 crew leader to complete urban forest health projects throughout the local area. Experienced field staff provide training and education on urban forestry projects such as tree planting and maintenance, wildfire protection, invasive plant management, and tree surveying. The work is physical and rigorous. Crews work in all weather and terrain and use a variety of hand and power tools in primarily urban areas.

A key focus is building leadership and cooperation within the team. Prior experience is not necessary; all training is provided, but maturity, teamwork, and openness to new challenges are vital.

• Crew Members are part of a four‑person crew led by one staff member.
• They are responsible for the safe completion of assigned projects promptly to predetermined specifications under the direction of their Crew Leader.
• Participants work closely with program staff and other participants, paying specific attention to safe workplace practices, proper tool use, work quality, and efficiency.
• They will work on high‑priority conservation projects for land management partners such as the Forest Service, BLM, and Bureau of Reclamation.
• Some crews may focus on the construction of bridges and kiosks, while others focus on the restoration of at‑risk landscapes and watersheds. Other projects may include fuels reduction or GIS mapping and surveys.

• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Living allowance
• Training

• Car recommended.
• Uniforms provided and required.

Environment

• General skills
• Teamwork
• Education
• Environment
• First aid
• Conflict resolution

• Program Type: Ameri Corps State / National
• Program: Urban & Community Forestry Crew Member
• Program Start/End Date: 02/16/2026 - 12/18/2026
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education Level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum 19, Maximum 26
• Program Locations: IDAHO, OREGON, WASHINGTON - Seattle, Tacoma, Bremerton
• Languages: English
• Accepting Applications: From 01/22/2026 To 09/21/2026
• To Apply: Phone , E‑mail onboarding
• Website:
• Contact: Jason Fisher, 2621 Augusta St, Eugene OR 97403, Phone: , E‑mail: onboarding, Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./