Hut Keeper

Sequoia Parks Conservancy

Sequoia Parks Conservancy is currently seeking a reliable, professional, and conscientious person to join our seasonal team as a Pear Lake Winter Hut Keeper (PLWH). The PLWH Keeper manages the day-to-day operations of the Pear Lake Winter Hut

This position is physically demanding.  PLWH Keepers must be able to ski or snowshoe 7 miles on backcountry ski routes, in both favorable and inclement weather conditions, in under 8 hours. They must also be able to carry a loaded backpack on backcountry ski routes and move heavy inventory.

This position works primarily in winter conditions.

Starting Salary: $17.25 per hour

Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is a condition of employment.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Up to 24 paid Sick Leave hours during the season
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Seasonal employees receive 1.5x hourly wage when scheduled to work on an SPC-observed holiday.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Salary Range: $17.25 - $25.75 per hour

Shift:

• Full season is expected to be the end of November 2023 through the end of April 2024

Requirements: 

• Minimum availability November 27, 2023, through April 26, 2024, to be eligible for hire
• Must have valid Wilderness First Responder and AIARE1 certifications, 
• Must be an advanced backcountry skier or snowshoer
• Must be able to travel with a fully loaded backpack
• Must have experience in overnight winter camping
• Must have your own backcountry ski and travel gear
• Must be willing to live inside the park in the Pear Lake Winter Hut, often sharing with approved visitors, during on-duty hours 
• Must be able to work in a physically demanding NON-ADA compliant job site
• Must be in excellent physical condition and health status