Southeast Conservation Corps
Villanow, GA, USA
Full Position Description:
The Southeast Conservation Corps' Veterans Fire Corps (VFC) program provides training and on-the-job experience for post 9-11 era veterans, ages 18-35, interested in entering careers and gaining experience in natural resource management and wildland firefighting.
The program engages participants in a cohort environment in which a team of recent-era Veterans work together to train and complete natural resource management projects. While projects will focus on hazardous fuels/fuels reduction, one should expect work to vary depending on region and season. This may include a variety of interdisciplinary work pertaining to natural resource management as the agency partner and SECC deems appropriate.
Flexibility is a must with this position as schedules and/or work change often. For example, some projects will require members to work 5 days at a time with 2 days off, while other projects require members to camp and live on project locations for 8 - 14 days at a time, followed by a pre-determined amount of days off.
Note: When determined, camping on project location is required, this is mandatory, and members will camp, travel, work, and eat as a crew. No drug or alcohol consumption allowed during work related travel at any time.
Home base for this crew will be in the Villanow Work Center located within the Conasauga Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, located in GA. Crew members and leaders will be required to live no more than a one-hour drive (or less) from this reporting site (12411 East Hwy 136, Lafayette, GA 30728). It is paramount that members understand commitment to this program will require flexibility with the work schedule since this crew will be roving throughout the Southeastern United States for the duration of the program.
Training will focus on gaining conservation and forestry skills, specifically the use of hand tools and the operation of chainsaws. At minimum, members will earn S130- Firefighter Training, S190- Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior, S212- Wildland Fire Chainsaws, IS100b- Intro to Incident Command System, and IS700a-National Incident Management System; as well as First Aid/CPR certificates. Members must pass the Arduous Work Capacity (PACK) Test at the beginning of the season to participate in this program. Wildland firefighting demands a high level of fitness to work in difficult environmental conditions, including steep terrain, extreme temperatures, altitude, and smoke.
This program will provide practical, hands-on training and certifications related to natural resource management and wildland firefighting. The program is comprehensive and intentionally structured to prepare veterans to transition into civilian careers focused on wildland firefighting. Additional opportunities such as repeated contact with potential future employers and training on the federal land management application process is also included in this program.
This AmeriCorps program is designed for veterans who separated from the military at any point after September 11th, 2001 (including but not limited to OIF, OEF, and GWoT veterans) who are interested in pursuing educational and professional development in resource management, wildland firefighting and other outdoor related fields. All applicants must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and must be able to provide a DD214 or NGB-22 upon interview. Crews are generally comprised of individuals 21-35 years of age who have minimal financial and/or personal commitments.
Skills and Qualifications:
To qualify, you must be between the ages of 18 and 35 and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award. All Applicants must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces at any point after September 11, 2001 and have a DD214 or NGB-22.
Season Dates: January 6, 2020 – October 31, 2020 (10 months)
Status: Seasonal, Full-time, & Exempt
Salary: $555/week and $4,266 AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of program.
Benefits: Paid certifications (see below) and trainings related to wildland firefighting, uniforms, personal protective safety equipment, crew food will be provided when working/camping away from home base area.
Location: Home base for this crew will be the Villanow Work Center located within the Conasauga Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, located in GA. Travel and project work throughout the Southeast including, but not limited to; Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi, with potential limited travel within the western United States under AD (Administratively Determined) status as determined by SECC and the US Forest Service.
Please note: Housing is NOT provided to members, SECC only provides accommodations (camping, bunk housing, etc.) when crew is traveling away from home base for overnight stays.
Application Deadline: December 2, 2019. However, applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Full Position Description:
The Southeast Conservation Corps' Veterans Fire Corps (VFC) program provides training and on-the-job experience for post 9-11 era veterans, ages 18-35, interested in entering careers and gaining experience in natural resource management and wildland firefighting.
The program engages participants in a cohort environment in which a team of recent-era Veterans work together to train and complete natural resource management projects. While projects will focus on hazardous fuels/fuels reduction, one should expect work to vary depending on region and season. This may include a variety of interdisciplinary work pertaining to natural resource management as the agency partner and SECC deems appropriate.
Flexibility is a must with this position as schedules and/or work change often. For example, some projects will require members to work 5 days at a time with 2 days off, while other projects require members to camp and live on project locations for 8 - 14 days at a time, followed by a pre-determined amount of days off.
Note: When determined, camping on project location is required, this is mandatory, and members will camp, travel, work, and eat as a crew. No drug or alcohol consumption allowed during work related travel at any time.
Home base for this crew will be in the Villanow Work Center located within the Conasauga Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, located in GA. Crew members and leaders will be required to live no more than a one-hour drive (or less) from this reporting site (12411 East Hwy 136, Lafayette, GA 30728). It is paramount that members understand commitment to this program will require flexibility with the work schedule since this crew will be roving throughout the Southeastern United States for the duration of the program.
Training will focus on gaining conservation and forestry skills, specifically the use of hand tools and the operation of chainsaws. At minimum, members will earn S130- Firefighter Training, S190- Intro to Wildland Fire Behavior, S212- Wildland Fire Chainsaws, IS100b- Intro to Incident Command System, and IS700a-National Incident Management System; as well as First Aid/CPR certificates. Members must pass the Arduous Work Capacity (PACK) Test at the beginning of the season to participate in this program. Wildland firefighting demands a high level of fitness to work in difficult environmental conditions, including steep terrain, extreme temperatures, altitude, and smoke.
This program will provide practical, hands-on training and certifications related to natural resource management and wildland firefighting. The program is comprehensive and intentionally structured to prepare veterans to transition into civilian careers focused on wildland firefighting. Additional opportunities such as repeated contact with potential future employers and training on the federal land management application process is also included in this program.
This AmeriCorps program is designed for veterans who separated from the military at any point after September 11th, 2001 (including but not limited to OIF, OEF, and GWoT veterans) who are interested in pursuing educational and professional development in resource management, wildland firefighting and other outdoor related fields. All applicants must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and must be able to provide a DD214 or NGB-22 upon interview. Crews are generally comprised of individuals 21-35 years of age who have minimal financial and/or personal commitments.
Skills and Qualifications:
To qualify, you must be between the ages of 18 and 35 and a US citizen that has received a high school diploma or GED. All offers of employment are conditional upon completion of an acceptable check of the National Sex Offender Public Registry and federal criminal background check. Must be eligible to receive an AmeriCorps Education Award. All Applicants must have served in the U.S. Armed Forces at any point after September 11, 2001 and have a DD214 or NGB-22.
Season Dates: January 6, 2020 – October 31, 2020 (10 months)
Status: Seasonal, Full-time, & Exempt
Salary: $555/week and $4,266 AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of program.
Benefits: Paid certifications (see below) and trainings related to wildland firefighting, uniforms, personal protective safety equipment, crew food will be provided when working/camping away from home base area.
Location: Home base for this crew will be the Villanow Work Center located within the Conasauga Ranger District of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest, located in GA. Travel and project work throughout the Southeast including, but not limited to; Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Mississippi, with potential limited travel within the western United States under AD (Administratively Determined) status as determined by SECC and the US Forest Service.
Please note: Housing is NOT provided to members, SECC only provides accommodations (camping, bunk housing, etc.) when crew is traveling away from home base for overnight stays.
Application Deadline: December 2, 2019. However, applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Winged Foot Capital
Remote
Overview:
The Construction Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day management of all construction related matters for the renovation of single-family residential and multi-family properties in the Philadelphia metro area (primarily Kensington, Temple, West Philadelphia). Properties are within a 25 mile radius.
Primary duty includes supervision of GCs and subcontractors, adherence to code and permits, contract administration and monitoring schedule and budget for specified project.
Part-Time position with path to Full-Time as we grow. Set your own schedule. 90% in field, 10% in office.
Candidates must be detail oriented, organized & strategic, team players with good communication and basic computing skills, able to read blueprints, occasionally lift 75lbs and have either a Construction Management Degree or a minimum of 3 years applicable field experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, directs, and manages complex construction projects, primarily focused on single-family home flips, and occasional multi-family
Assists with conducting property inspections before bidding and with contractors,, obtaining all necessary permits and establishing building budgets
Evaluates specifications for plan procedures, start and completion dates, and subcontracting requirements for each phase of the construction project
Define and maintain material standards and guidelines for contracts
Reviews contractors’ initial construction schedule and SOW, submittals, schedule of values, and responds to contractor inquiries. Negotiates with contractors to achieve a fair and reasonable cost for change orders and review their impact on the project
Oversees, manages, and facilitates all project phases from planning to the design phase (e.g., inspection checklists, building code adherence, security considerations, punchlist, verification of materials, etc.). Spot-check contractor performance thru the week and document progress with photos and project updates
Manage handyman staff including schedules, reviews and implement disciplinary actions when required
Coordinate with Property Management, Real Estate agents, assistants, and utility providers for viewing and managing properties
Maintain guidelines and material lists. Develop discount & sourcing relationships with suppliers
Manages schedules, budgets, and coordinates with subcontractors pertinent to construction projects
Maintains working knowledge of building codes, tax abatement, re-valuation processes, OSHA safety standards, laws, rules and regulations
Maintains daily contact with client about upcoming assignments and projects
As needed, visit County Court or city permitting to pull public records or start permits
Assist with additional field services as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, specializing in civil engineering or construction management. Deadline and detail-oriented
Ability to work as a team member without close supervision
Strong writing skills to support technical reporting as well as oral communication skills are required, and proficiency with MS Office including Excel, Word, project management software, and WhatsApp
Ability to lift at least 75 lbs
Strong interpersonal skills
Overview:
The Construction Manager is responsible for providing day-to-day management of all construction related matters for the renovation of single-family residential and multi-family properties in the Philadelphia metro area (primarily Kensington, Temple, West Philadelphia). Properties are within a 25 mile radius.
Primary duty includes supervision of GCs and subcontractors, adherence to code and permits, contract administration and monitoring schedule and budget for specified project.
Part-Time position with path to Full-Time as we grow. Set your own schedule. 90% in field, 10% in office.
Candidates must be detail oriented, organized & strategic, team players with good communication and basic computing skills, able to read blueprints, occasionally lift 75lbs and have either a Construction Management Degree or a minimum of 3 years applicable field experience.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Plans, directs, and manages complex construction projects, primarily focused on single-family home flips, and occasional multi-family
Assists with conducting property inspections before bidding and with contractors,, obtaining all necessary permits and establishing building budgets
Evaluates specifications for plan procedures, start and completion dates, and subcontracting requirements for each phase of the construction project
Define and maintain material standards and guidelines for contracts
Reviews contractors’ initial construction schedule and SOW, submittals, schedule of values, and responds to contractor inquiries. Negotiates with contractors to achieve a fair and reasonable cost for change orders and review their impact on the project
Oversees, manages, and facilitates all project phases from planning to the design phase (e.g., inspection checklists, building code adherence, security considerations, punchlist, verification of materials, etc.). Spot-check contractor performance thru the week and document progress with photos and project updates
Manage handyman staff including schedules, reviews and implement disciplinary actions when required
Coordinate with Property Management, Real Estate agents, assistants, and utility providers for viewing and managing properties
Maintain guidelines and material lists. Develop discount & sourcing relationships with suppliers
Manages schedules, budgets, and coordinates with subcontractors pertinent to construction projects
Maintains working knowledge of building codes, tax abatement, re-valuation processes, OSHA safety standards, laws, rules and regulations
Maintains daily contact with client about upcoming assignments and projects
As needed, visit County Court or city permitting to pull public records or start permits
Assist with additional field services as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, specializing in civil engineering or construction management. Deadline and detail-oriented
Ability to work as a team member without close supervision
Strong writing skills to support technical reporting as well as oral communication skills are required, and proficiency with MS Office including Excel, Word, project management software, and WhatsApp
Ability to lift at least 75 lbs
Strong interpersonal skills
