Job Description

The Xplore Solano Summer Youth Work Experience Program will work to implement conservation work projects and engage in career education related to emerging green careers. Projects could include working with various organizations and agencies within Solano County in the outdoors, to conduct work in areas like urban agriculture, trail maintenance, invasive species removal, nursery work, habitat restoration, and water conservation. The team will have Friday recreation and training opportunities related to watershed health, agriculture, green careers, and more. SCA leaders will pick up and drop off members at a central location. Members are expected to be prepared for the workday: on time, in uniform, with their lunch and water packed. Participants should wear all leather boots to work each day and SCA uniform (will cover in the Orientation). The SCA provides all PPE for each work site. Working environment might be cool in the morning and hot during the day; crew members should dress in layers to be prepared. In addition to PPE, the SCA will also provide training in the safe use of hand tools. Acceptance of this position means the members understands it is a full-time commitment during the dates of the program and will communicate to their crew leaders if there is any potential conflict. The team will consist of 10 members and 2 leaders.

Location

Fairfield, CA

Schedule

June 29, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Monday - Thursday 8:00am - 2:30pm pm including half hour unpaid lunch break

Friday - 8:30am - 12:30pm

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The Xplore Solano Summer Youth Work Experience Program will work as a team to address critical land and conservation needs of open and urban spaces across Solano County. All crew members will have on-the-job training with the SCA and partner staff to complete different projects throughout various sites that will include: Conducting habitat restoration and public improvement projects at regional parks and community open spaces. Being trained in tool usage, worksite and personal safety measures, job hazard assessments, and conflict resolution. Members will work in outdoor environments all while learning new skills. Participation in career exploration and conservation leadership activities Complete timecard before due date

Marginal Duties

• Complete end of program evaluation and assessments
• Contribute to a final presentation and report

Required Qualifications

• Local resident in Solano County
• MUST BE AT LEAST 16 YEARS OF AGE AT TIME OF HIRE
• Interest in conservation work skills and career paths
• Ability to perform manual, physical labor for up to 8 hours per day, exposed to the elements, and must occasionally lift and/or move 40 pounds or more
• Must be able to commit to the entirety of the program duration
• Must be a high-school student, recent graduates OK
• Must have the ability to legally work in the US

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in related skills preferred – i.e., trail maintenance, trail construction, habitat restoration, carpentry, garden bed building, native landscaping, tree maintenance and planting, and gardening.

Hours

28 per week

Living Accommodations

N/A

Compensation

• $18.20 per hour paid bi-weekly

All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.

Personal Vehicle Information

Not needed

Additional Benefits

• First Aid/CPR
• AmeriCorps: Not Eligible

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.