Description:

Miami University is looking for very responsible students to become crewmembers of the Miami University Natural Areas Trail System. This position is part time. After a training period much of the work is performed individually, in beautiful woodland settings without direct supervision.

Requirements:

• Provide your own transportation to the Work Center on Oxford - Milford Rd. (1 ½ miles)
• Capable of lifting 80 lbs
• Capable of pull starting a lawnmower

Responsibilities:

The Miami University Natural Areas System is composed of 1000+ acres and 15 miles of trails. Crewmembers participate in developing and maintaining this system. Duties include:

• Developing and maintaining trails
• Remove invasive species (honeysuckle)
• remove fallen limbs
• keep drain areas open
• remove litter
• mowing - trail entrances and trails
• maintaining trail sign system
• Light construction - bridges, signs, outbuildings

Schedule and Rates

• Work Hours: are flexible around your schedule.
• Fall, Winter and Spring: 6 - 10 hours a week.
• Summer: 20 to 40 hours a week depending on your schedule
• Starting Hourly rate: $5.15
  

Applications:

If you are interested in applying, send your application to:

Jim Reid, Field Manager reidje@muohio.edu

Explaining:

• Your background and school status?
• Why this position has appeal to you?
• How it fits with your schedule?
• When you could start?