Employment Opportunity – Fuels Technician AmeriCorps Position

The U.S. Forest Service, National Partnership Office, and Ancestral Lands Conservation Corps (ALCC) are seeking applicants for a Fuels Technician AmeriCorps Individual Placement opportunity supporting hazardous fuels reduction projects on National Forest lands.

Position Details

• Position: Fuels Technician, AmeriCorps Individual Placement
• Location: Shawnee National Forest, Illinois
• Housing provided
• Service term: Approximately 46–48 weeks
• Start Date: September 14, 2026
• End Date: August 29, 2027

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• U.S. Citizen, National, or lawful permanent resident
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Ability to complete required training and meet physical requirements

Benefits

• Living allowance of approximately $650 per week
• Additional food stipend of $200 per week
• AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion
• Public Land Corps (PLC) Hiring Authority Certificate

Individuals interested in learning more or applying can visit the Conservation Legacy Job Board.

Apply Online:
https://secure8.entertimeonline.com/ta/conservationlegacy.careers?CareersSearch=&lang=en-US

For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Cody Fetter, ALCC Individual Placement Program Coordinator
cfetter@conservationlegacy.org