# Umpqua National Forest, U.S. Forest Service - Job Training Program

Provider: [U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)](https://programs.cccareers.org/providers/u-s-department-of-agriculture-usda)

- Program type: Job Training
- Branches: All branches
- Format: In person
- Length: Duration not listed
- Locations: Idleyld Park, OR
- Website: https://www.usda.gov/our-agency/initiatives/veterans/veterans-and-employment
- Contact: Kamron Bratlie, kamron.bratlie@usda.gov
- Page: https://programs.cccareers.org/programs/u-s-department-of-agriculture-usda-umpqua-national-forest-u-s-forest-8hyfn5

## Summary

The Umpqua National Forest utilizes personnel to operate and maintain recreation sites such as campgrounds, day-use areas, and trail systems. The recreation sites are utilized by the general public in great numbers. It is the responsibility of the USDA Forest Service to maintain safe and serviceable conditions on behalf of the American people and international visitors. A positive experience in our recreation sites leads to satisfaction and returns, thus increasing fees collected for maintenance and updates.

## Job description

Recreation Technicians assist with the maintenance and upkeep of dispersed and developed campgrounds; including restroom cleaning, tree and vegetation removal, digging out firepits, vandalism and repair, picking up litter, trail maintenance, repairing minor structures (picnic tables, signs and kiosks). Work is reviewed for technical adequacy and soundness, and accomplishment of overall objectives. Work is predominantly an outdoor position - 90% of the time will be spent in the campgrounds (both developed and dispersed) across the district. Climate is generally moderate, with temperatures averaging 70 to 90 degrees during the summer months. Proper personal protective gear, such as heavy-duty boots, long pants, and long-sleeved shirts are required for days involving field work. Field work will require working in front country, developed sites of the district. Walking, digging holes, painting, posting signs, and other general maintenance requirements may be required. Extensive bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting to 50 pounds is required. The remaining 10% of the time will be spent in an indoor setting (e.g., training, etc.). Recreation Technicians are expected to work 40 hours per week. Weekend work is to be expected.• Contacts visitors to provide information about recreation regulations, opportunities, and current restrictions.• Maintains contact with campground host(s) and other volunteers working for the Forest Service. • Checks for compliance with regulations, issues notices for common violations, and reports other violations to supervisor.• Collects fees from sale of recreation use permits, safeguards money and unused permits.• Potential to assist with other projects (e.g. wildlife surveys, etc.) and provide guidance for other employees engaged in recreation maintenance.

## Locations

- Idleyld Park, OR, 97447 (near Umpqua National Forest - North Zone Recreation)

Source: public DoD SkillBridge listings via CCC Programs. Confirm details with the provider and your chain of command.