Maine Woods Trail Crew Field Coordinator

Dates: April/May through Oct, 2026. Dates can be flexible for the right candidate.

Location: AMC’s Maine Woods Initiative lands, 127,000 acres near Greenville, Maine and the 100-mile wilderness.

Supervisor: MWI Trails Program Manager

Spend a field season trekking about the Maine Woods! AMC is putting renewed focus on the hundreds of miles of recreational trails on Maine Woods Initiative lands. The Maine Woods Trails Field Coordinator will work with the MWI Trails Programs Manager to coordinate project work on cross-country, hiking, mountain biking, and gravel bike trails in this wild and expansive backcountry area.

The Field Coordinator will complete projects like trail clearing, drainage improvement, and installation and replacement of over 200 signs. Further, the Field Coordinator and Trail Manager will co-lead work events with partner volunteer groups and four weeks of AMC’s Professional Trail Crew, who will travel from New Hampshire. The MWI Trails Field Coordinator is expected to work both independently and collaboratively, and have the technical expertise to make work decisions in the field.

While this position is mostly field-based, there are administrative and office duties such as email coordination with partners and staff and managing the back end of sign replacement data.

This position’s schedule is flexible and will almost certainly be comprised of 10-hour days. AMC Trails generally works Monday-Thursday 7AM-530PM, but occasional weekend work is required when working with volunteers. When weekend work is required, employees may have the option to work 8 consecutive days, affording themselves 6 days off. The position is budgeted for 40 hours per week.

Employees housing provided at a remote wilderness lodge with access to a commercial kitchen, wifi, laundry, and abundant trail access. Employees can opt in or out of room and board. There may be an optional weekly deduction for food.

Training opportunities can include axe and crosscut use and maintenance, chainsaw use and maintenance, Wilderness First Aid, rigging, drilling and splitting rock, heavy equipment operation, and more. AMC is committed to supporting our Coordinators with training, clear expectations, consistent communication, support of a work-life balance, and presence in the field.

What you’ll be doing at AMC:

• Lead replacement and installation of hundreds of trails signs.
• Perform trail maintenance project work as needed.
• Lead volunteers on weekend project work.
• Perform maintenance and project work on AMC campsites as needed.
• Work with land managers, AMC staff, and partners to ensure standards are understood and uniformly implemented.
• Meet with project partners in advance of implementation to plan project work, communicate with partners about project as it is underway.
• Provide logistical and technical support to four weeks of AMC Professional Trail crew.
• Supervise the construction of trail structures like staircases, drainages, bridges, and retaining walls.
• Layout project work and continually check specifications using levels, measuring tape, chalk lines, etc… when needed.
• Safely and effectively use hand tools like pick mattocks, rock bars, hammers, loppers, saws, axes, and pulaskis. Train and supervise crew in use.
• Safely and effectively use power tools such as drills, drivers, reciprocating saws, and generators. Train and supervise crew in use.
• Safely and effectively use rigging equipment such as winches, cable, blocks, shackles, and slings. Train and supervise crew in use.
• Work in and be prepared for nearly all weather conditions including rain, heat, humidity and bluebird days. Ensure preparation of crew, prioritize safety of crew.
• Work in as low-impact a way as is possible. Revegetate impacted areas and worksites.
• Foster a spirit of cooperation, safety, teamwork, and responsible stewardship
• Serve as the primary responder/coordinator in the event of an emergency
• Communicate regularly with Trails Program staff to obtain feedback and suggestions
• Assist with maintenance of tools and equipment, and program facility as needed
• Ability to drive AMC passenger vehicles and pickup trucks
• Professionally represent the AMC to the public and cooperating agencies. Maintain a neat and professional appearance as much as is possible given the circumstances.

Please be aware that this list of responsibilities represents the entire scope of our program’s work, and that no single individual is expected to possess every single one of these skills. We have ample ability to train and teach the right candidate, and value learning and skill development as an essential component of our work.

What AMC is looking for:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old by start date, no exceptions.
• Ability and desire to live and work outdoors for extended periods of time
• Ability to work under varying weather conditions
• Ability to carry heavy loads (50 lbs.) for long distances over rugged terrain
• Commitment to backcountry stewardship and Leave No Trace ethics
• Commitment to professionalism
• Good judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills
• In order to drive, must have safe driving record and practices, subject to verification through a driver's license history check.
• Outdoor leadership experience
• Extensive Trail Work experience and knowledge
• Hand- and power-tool training and familiarity
• Wilderness First Aid certification or higher

What AMC Can Offer You :

Salary range: $23-25.00 Hourly, 40-45 hours/week

We are committed to fair compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

• Wilderness First Aid certification, other technical certifications as needed (chainsaw, rigging, etc)

• Room & Board: Housing provided at a remote wilderness lodge
• Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 32 hours per week
• Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution
• Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service
• Other Team Member Perks:
• 30% discount on AMC Merchandise
• Free Annual AMC Membership
• 4 Free nights at AMC locations
• Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

The AMC is a member of the 21 Century Conservation Corps and is a proud partner of The Corps Network. The Corps Network is the National Association of Service and Conservation Corps. The AMC is one of 130 Corps across the country that provides young adults and veterans the opportunity to serve our country through projects on public lands and in rural and urban communities.

To Apply:

Please include a resume and cover letter. No phone calls or agencies please.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility which serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.