Maintenance Fellowship

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MobilizeGreen seeks conservation-minded Maintenance Fellows who want a career opportunity in one or more of the trades with the federal government. Through its partnership with the US Fish & Wildlife Service (“FWS”), MobilizeGreen is implementing the FWS’ Maintenance and Infrastructure Fellowship program for diverse participants. Fellows will work on a variety of maintenance projects on a network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. The Maintenance Fellowships typically are for 26 weeks. As a Fellow, you will work in a beautiful setting, learning maintenance, project management, equipment use, and leadership development. Through mentorship and training, Fellows will gain the opportunity to launch their career with a non-competitive or through other hiring authorities once they successfully complete their fellowship.

MobilizeGreen is an organization committed to diversity. Women, people of color, indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, military veterans, and members of other historically disenfranchised groups are encouraged to apply.

Location: Koyukuk/Nowitna National Wildlife Refuge, Galena, AK.

Term: 26 or 52 weeks, starting on or about June 17, 2024; Full Time/40 hours per week

Benefits

• Hands on learning and job training experience
• Paid orientation and travel to orientation
• Mentorship for career and professional development
• Weekly living allowance ($800 per week)
• Housing provided
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Health insurance option
• Certificate of non-competitive hiring eligibility (with successful completion of fellowship). Other authorities may apply.

Project Types

• Asset and Facility Maintenance: rehabilitates, repairs, and upgrades various exhibits and structures.
• Vehicle Maintenance: operates and maintains gasoline and diesel vehicles.
• Grounds Maintenance: uses hand tools, tractors or skid steer type loaders.
• General Maintenance: maintains work areas and assists with any maintenance issues that arise onsite.
• Project Management: participates in large-scale collaborative deferred maintenance projects; and/or leads or co-leads a small infrastructure project.

Eligibility

• You must have received your high school diploma or GED by the start date.
• You are at least 18 years old and not older than 30 years old (veterans may apply up to age 35); local candidates preference.
• You have a strong interest in the FWS fellowship program.
• You must be available to serve for 12 months in a selected location.
• You need the ability to interpret oral and occasionally written instructions and specifications and follow safety practices.
• You have the skill in or ability to learn operation of tools and equipment.
• You have a valid driver's license.
• You are a citizen or lawful permanent resident.
• Local candidates preferred.

Equitable selection process. We encourage you to apply ASAP.

Job Types: Full-time, Internship

Pay: $750.00 - $800.00 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid driver's license and clean driving record?
• Are you a US citizen? (Program Requirement)
• Do you have a strong interest in working on maintenance training projects with the FWS?
• Are you at least 17 years old and not older than 30 years old (veterans may apply up to age 35)?
• Are you available to start your fellowship on June 17, 2024, serving for 26 weeks in Galena, AK?

Ability to Relocate:

• Fairbanks, AK: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person