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Caretaker - Huts

Gorham, NH · On-site

$11.75/hr

Caretakers are the AMC's primary representatives in these off-grid backcountry facilities during ... Welcome overnight guests and day traffic and orient them to the wise use of the space * Build and ...

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What is the difference between Overnight Backcountry vs Wilderness Guide?

AspectOvernight BackcountryWilderness Guide
CertificationsFirst Aid, CPR, Leave No TraceFirst Aid, CPR, Wilderness Navigation
Work EnvironmentRemote outdoor locations, multi-day tripsOutdoor wilderness areas, leading groups
Industry UsageAdventure tourism, outdoor recreationOutdoor education, adventure guiding

Overnight Backcountry roles focus on multi-day outdoor trips, requiring certifications like First Aid and Leave No Trace. Wilderness Guides also lead outdoor groups but often emphasize navigation and educational skills. Both roles operate in remote environments and are common in adventure tourism and outdoor education industries. While similar, Overnight Backcountry positions typically involve more logistical planning for multi-day trips, whereas Wilderness Guides focus on leading and educating groups in wilderness settings.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Backcountry job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 19% Locum Tenens, 28% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 5% Temporary, 35% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.
FUL- Maintenance Worker Leader (Trails)

FUL- Maintenance Worker Leader (Trails)

US Department of the Interior

Port Angeles, WA

$34.66/hr

Other

Posted 12 days ago


U.S. Department Of The Interior rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

This position is located in the Trails Maintenance Branch within the Facility Management Division of Olympic National Park. The duty station is in Port Angeles, Washington, with most work performed throughout the Park, in both front and backcountry settings. This position requires frequent overnight backcountry stays. This position performs sub-journeyman level maintenance, repair, and construction of Park trails. This position is required to wear a National Park Service uniform.

Qualifications:Requirements Continued.
  • You may be required to travel overnight away from home up to 16 nights per month. You must obtain a government charge card for travel purposes.
  • Government Charge Card: You may be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority.
  • Must be able to lift 100 pounds.
  • Applicants must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program.
Qualifications:
To qualify for this position, you must have sufficient knowledge and ability in the following job-related factors:
  1. Ability to Lead or Supervise (SCREEN OUT)
  2. Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, Etc.
  3. Technical Practices
  4. Use of Measuring Instruments
  5. Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, Etc.
  6. Ability to Use and Maintain Equipment
  7. Knowledge of Materials
If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. Address your knowledge, skills and/or abilities in the areas shown in the job-related factors.
You must meet the Selective Placement Factor(s)/Screen Out(s) below to qualify for the position(s) and upload the required documentation with your application to demonstrate your qualifications:
  • Possess and maintain "C" level Sawyer/Faller, NCSP Journeyman Faller or equivalent certification.
  • Possess and maintain either an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or US Forest Service (USFS) Tree Climbing certification.
Volunteer Experience: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Education:There is no substitution of education for experience for Wage Grade (WG) positions.Employment Type: OTHER

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