2026 Fall Hazardous Fuels Reduction Crew Leader

                                                                     

Title: 2026 Fall Hazardous Fuels Reduction Crew Leader (Indian Youth Service Corps)

Reports to: Dusty Miller, Program Director 

Location/s: AZCC Tucson Office 

1443 W Prince Rd 

Tucson, AZ 85705 

 

Status: Seasonal, Full-time, Camping Program   

Dates: 08/24/2026 to April 2027 (exact end date TBD) 

Wages: $925-1125/week, depending on prior experience and certifications. During the initial training week, the pay will be $750/week.  

Benefits: Health benefits eligible.

Employee Assistance Program provided.

Food provided while in the field.

Uniforms and personal protective equipment also provided. 

Training: The term begins with an intensive leadership training focused on practicing outdoor leadership skills, goal setting, technical and field skills, and understanding AZCC procedures/policies.

Leads will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities. Following leadership training, Corpsmembers will join leaders for orientation. This week-long orientation will include trainings such as Wilderness First Aid, Leave No Trace, outdoor living, crew culture, and goal setting. This crew will receive Chainsaw Training and S-130, S190, S-212, and WCT will be facilitated by AZCC.  IS-700, ICS-100, L-180 will need to be completed prior to the start date. 

 

Housing:  

AZCC is an independent, non-residential program – we do not provide housing.

It is advised that all members supply their own outdoor gear and equipment such as a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, day pack, multi-day pack, work pants, hiking/work boots, etc.

because rental supplies are limited and given out on a first-come first-served basis.

A suggested gear list will be provided before starting the term of service.

AZCC will provide the tools, personal protective gear, crew meal budget, and project transportation.

Additionally, AZCC has Pro Deals opportunities to receive discounts on some outdoor gear brands. 

  

Application closes June 5, 2026 but early applications are highly encouraged. 

  

Position Summary:   

The Hazardous Fuels Reduction Crew Leader position is an opportunity to make a difference in young peoples’ lives while completing conservation projects on public and private lands.

Leaders will be mentors, educators, and facilitators for young adults, working to promote the health and resiliency of our land, air, and water.  

   

Standard schedule generally consists of 8 days on-hitch (out in the field as a crew unit) and 6 days off with some exceptions.

Crew Leaders may also be required to come in for an additional day each hitch cycle to complete administrative duties and check-ins with program staff.

On-hitch, crews camp together, prepare all meals together, and work together as a group to complete all projects and chores.

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