Volunteer
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Job Description
FROM: https://www.volunteer.gov/s/volunteer-opportunity/a09SJ00000JbLyb
ADDRESS: 287 Westside Rd. Bonners Ferry, Idaho, 83805
DATES: 2026-05-04
DEPT: Fish & Wildlife Service
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Spend your days between the river and mountains of the Inland Northwest at Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge!
Volunteers needed for the following 6-month commitments: May – October 2026. Shorter, 3-month commitments (May-July, August-October) are also being considered.
This position assists the maintenance staff with various tasks and projects, including, but not limited to:
mowing and weeding
fencing repair
parking lot maintenance
tractor operation (seeding & disking)
basic vehicle maintenance
grounds keeping
trail maintenance
road maintenance
carpentry
Desired (but not required) qualifications:
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
ATV/UTV training
Equipment operation training or experience
Experience performing basic maintenance tasks
Proficiency with hand and power tools
Specialized trade experience welcome (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, welding)
This position is located at the headquarters and administration area within Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, which also includesTo learn more about the refuge go to https://www.fws.gov/refuge/kootenai.
Environmental hazards include inclement weather, wildfire risk, and exposure to ticks.
Schedule is typically 4 days on and 3 days off. Day to day schedule varies. Couples will work the same days but may not have the same daily schedule. This position requires 24 hours/week per resident. Exact start and end dates negotiable. The ability to identify projects and work independently and/or mostly unsupervised is the most desired skill for this position.
The location of the refuge is about 40 minutes south of the Canadian border in a river valley. The closest municipality is the town of Bonners Ferry, ID, which hosts several grocery stores, a hospital, and other services. Nearby recreational opportunities include Lake Pend Oreille (30 minutes), Kaniksu National Forest (1 hour), and Priest Lake State Park (2 hours). Several other parks, refuges, and public lands exist within a half-day’s drive. Many of these locations have opportunities for hiking, water sports, and mountain biking. The city of Sandpoint, ID is next closest major metropolitan area. The city of Spokane, which includes an international airport, is approximately 2 hours away.
RV or motorhome utility hookups for electric, water, and sewage available. Refuge provides WiFi. No propane. No dogs allowed.
When applying please provide contact information for three references. Two references should be professional. If applying as couple please provide both applicant names.
To apply for this job please visit www.volunteer.gov.