Facility
Location
Address
27820 Southside Centennial Rd.
Lima, MT 59739
United States
Date Range
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Volunteer Position Overview
Volunteers Needed
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Recruitment Start Date
Recruitment End Date
Training Required
No
Security Clearance Needed
Yes
Virtual
No
About This Position
Join the Red Rock Lakes NWR Team as a Summer Maintenance Volunteer! Support conservation efforts by helping maintain buildings, grounds, vehicles, and public facilities. Volunteers play a vital role in keeping the Refuge safe, clean, and welcoming for visitors and wildlife.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform general maintenance and repairs (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, trash/recycling, sign installation, kiosk refinishing).
- Maintain lawns and landscaping (watering, mowing, weeding, trimming).
- Operate vehicles and small equipment.
- Clean and restock public facilities, including restrooms and vault toilets.
- Conduct trail maintenance (brushing, debris clearing, erosion control, minor repairs).
- Monitor supplies and report needs to supervisor.
- Work cooperatively with Refuge staff, partners, and the public.
Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry 30–50 pounds routinely.
- Willingness to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Completion of required paperwork and online defensive driving course before operating government vehicles.
- Adherence to safety protocols and use of protective equipment.
- Professional conduct and respect for all staff, volunteers, and visitors.
- Background Check prior to arrival
Schedule & Housing:
- Season length and schedule determined with Volunteer Coordinator.
- Minimum weekly hours: 48 per couple or 24 per individual per week.
- Weekend and holiday work may be required.
- Housing or RV site may be available; includes laundry and internet access.
Uniform & Conduct:
- Volunteers must wear issued uniform and represent the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service professionally.
- Maintain a healthy and productive living and working environment.
- Follow Refuge regulations and Department of the Interior ethics guidelines.
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