Sports & Recreation

Spanaway Fitness – Organization Overview

Spanaway Fitness is a veteran-owned and operated fitness facility proudly serving the Spanaway, WA community and surrounding areas. Founded with a mission to provide a supportive, results-driven environment, we are dedicated to helping individuals of all fitness levels achieve their health and wellness goals. Our facility is designed to foster both physical transformation and community connection, offering a high-quality space for strength training, cardio, conditioning, and functional fitness.

We provide 24/7 access to members, allowing for flexible training that fits into any lifestyle — whether you’re an early riser, a night owl, or juggling a busy schedule. Our gym is equipped with top-of-the-line strength and conditioning equipment, including free weights, racks, turf space, and specialized training tools for athletes, service members, and everyday lifters alike.

At Spanaway Fitness, our staff is committed to more than just gym operations — we’re about building relationships. From the front desk team to our personal trainers and coaches, we believe in creating a positive, motivating space where members feel welcomed, empowered, and supported in their fitness journey. Many of our team members have military backgrounds, and we’re proud to serve a strong base of military and first responder members from nearby Joint Base Lewis-McChord and the greater Pierce County area.

In addition to general gym access, we offer individualized personal training, strength programming, community events, and wellness resources aimed at improving not just physical performance, but total lifestyle health. We’re also deeply invested in community engagement, supporting local causes, and providing internship and employment opportunities for transitioning service members, students, and fitness professionals looking to grow in the industry.

Spanaway Fitness stands on the values of discipline, accountability, community, and hard work — and we’re committed to being more than just a gym. We’re a hub for growth, connection, and lifelong wellness.

WorkEx Internship – General Management (Transitioning Service Members)
Location: Spanaway, WA
Company: Spanaway Fitness
Program: WorkEx – Washington State Internship Program for Transitioning Service Members
Compensation: Unpaid (WorkEx-approved internship – service members continue receiving military pay and benefits during participation)

About Spanaway Fitness
Spanaway Fitness is a veteran-owned, community-first fitness facility located just minutes from Joint Base Lewis-McChord. We are committed to providing high-quality strength training, conditioning, and wellness services for a diverse membership base. With deep roots in the local area and a strong military-friendly culture, we are proud to support service members during their transition into civilian life.

Internship Overview
Through the WorkEx program, Spanaway Fitness offers transitioning service members a structured, hands-on internship experience in general management. This opportunity is ideal for those looking to gain real-world knowledge in small business operations, team leadership, customer service, and the business side of the health and fitness industry. Interns will work directly with the owner and leadership team, gaining firsthand exposure to the challenges and rewards of running a fitness facility.

Responsibilities
Interns will be involved in all aspects of gym operations, including front desk service, scheduling, membership management, and customer relations. They will assist in developing marketing strategies, managing social media, coordinating community events, and maintaining vendor and supplier relationships. The role also includes exposure to business planning, budgeting, staff coordination, and facility upkeep. Interns are encouraged to bring their leadership skills, initiative, and mission-first mindset to help drive gym growth and member satisfaction.

Skills & Experience Gained
This internship will equip service members with a civilian perspective on leadership, operations, customer service, and entrepreneurship. You’ll gain valuable experience in general business administration, marketing, and communication. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to apply your military strengths in a fast-paced, team-driven civilian environment with room to grow.

Ideal Candidate
This internship is a great fit for service members from any MOS who are self-motivated, team-oriented, and passionate about health and wellness. A background in logistics, administration, operations, or leadership roles in the military is beneficial but not required. No prior fitness industry experience is needed — just a willingness to learn, contribute, and grow.

Why Spanaway Fitness?
As a veteran-led gym, Spanaway Fitness understands the transition process on a personal level. Our mission is to not only serve our community but also invest in our fellow service members by creating meaningful, real-world learning opportunities. Interns will receive mentorship, leadership coaching, and guidance for post-military career development. There may also be potential for part-time or full-time employment at the end of the internship for the right candidate.

US Forest Service, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Forestry Technician

Location: Hood River, OR

Position Summary

The Forestry Technician Position is a great entry level position with the US Forest Service. This field based position provides experience in Trail Maintenance, Visitor Services, Developed Recreation Maintenance and Permit Checking/Enforcement.

Trail Work

Serves as a member of a trails maintenance team to maintain, repair, and build trails throughout the Forest Service unit to ensure protection of wildlife habitat and water quality in addition to improving recreational access to forest lands.

Builds trails using hand tools and power tools, restores impacted areas, and replaces signage as needed.

Prepares construction materials, ensures proper tool maintenance, and reports work completed.

Assists with removal of downed logs with a certified sawyer.

The work requires walking and climbing in steep, uneven terrain, exposure to adverse weather and insects, performing physical labor, bending, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds or more, and potentially dealing with problem visitors.

Permit Checking

Assists with the yearly implementation of the permit system at the Dog Mountain Trailhead. Enforces and checks permits on location during designated timeframe. Educates visitors on additional locations and resources. Provides top notch customer service and represents the agency professionally.

Works with other staff and volunteers on site in a team oriented way.

May have to deal with angry or frustrated visitors and must handle conflict with respect and grace.

Developed Recreation

Assures recreation sites and areas with one or two major uses are operated and maintained in accordance with operation and maintenance plans. Schedules daily activities, establishes maintenance schedules. Inspects recreation areas, areas of concentrated public use, and special use permits for compliance with the permit and the management plans, public health, and safety. Performs safety hazard analyses of public recreation use areas and takes or recommends corrective action. Collects, compiles and summarizes information for recreation data management systems. Provides input for programming and planning.

Contacts recreational visitors to provide factual information and answers questions about recreation opportunities, rules, regulation, and information on resource management practices on the unit. Patrols recreation areas for compliance by day visitors and campers with established rules and regulations posted in the area. Maintains developed recreation sites as a crew member, performs routine recreation maintenance and cleanup work including repairing minor damage of recreation facilities; i.e., picnic tables, buildings, signs, fire pits, road closure gates, water systems, fire rings, barriers, dumpsters, and other miscellaneous structures. Closes areas of facilities when hazards cannot be promptly eliminated. Cleans restroom facilities as use requires, disposes of trash as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

If interested, please email Lily Carey at [email protected]

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area (CRGNSA) stretches along both sides of the Columbia River from the mouth of the Sandy River to the mouth of the Deschutes River, and encompasses portions of southern Washington and northern Oregon. The Gorge is unique in its natural and cultural history, as well as its designation as a National Scenic Area. With an 85 mile east-to-west span, an elevational range from near sea level to almost 5,000 feet, and a strong precipitation gradient, the Gorge contains a unique concentration of diverse ecosystems, from temperate rainforest to dry bunchgrass hills. In between are basalt cliffs, talus slopes, waterfalls, wetlands, streams, lakes & riparian areas, and woodlands of Oregon oak & ponderosa pine.

The CRGNSA is an exciting place to work. Designated in 1986, the National Scenic Area is a unique area including all (private, county, state, federal) lands within the boundaries.  The enabling legislation includes two purposes: (1) to protect and provide for the enhancement of the scenic, cultural, recreational, and natural resources of the Columbia River Gorge; and (2) to protect and support the economy of the Columbia River Gorge area by encouraging growth to occur in existing urban areas and by allowing future economic development in a manner that is consistent with paragraph (1).  The USDA Forest Service is the federal agency charged with implementing the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act, and protecting and enhancing the scenic, natural, cultural and recreational resources of the Columbia River Gorge. This responsibility is undertaken in partnership with the Columbia River Gorge Commission, the states of Oregon and Washington, and Gorge counties on both sides of the River. Implementing the National Scenic Area Act is a complex, challenging, and unique role for the Forest Service. The CRGNSA Forest Service unit also manages the White Salmon and Klickitat Wild and Scenic Rivers, and shares management of the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness area with the Mount Hood National Forest.

DUTY STATION: Hood River, Oregon

The CRGNSA Forest Service office, located in Hood River, Oregon, is a single Forest Service administrative unit combining a unique mix of supervisor’s office and ranger district responsibilities along with technical support and engagement with the six counties and the Bi-State Gorge Commission.

Hood River, a town of 8,300 in the heart of the Gorge, is known for its fruit orchards, vineyards, and wineries, and for world class kiteboarding and windsurfing. It has excellent schools, medical facilities, churches, and a range of housing opportunities. Homes range from $400,000 condos/townhouses to 3-bedroom homes at $600,000 and up. Rentals range from $900 to $2100 per/month. Affordable rentals are hard to find in the summer months. Our office is located about 60 miles east of the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area. Many Scenic Area employees choose to live in The Dalles (25 miles east), in the nearby smaller cities of Parkdale, Mosier or Cascade Locks, or across the river in Bingen or White Salmon, WA.

The Scenic Area office has about 47 permanent employees, with a typical seasonal staff of about 25.

The Man Cave Outfitters is a family-owned and operated firearms retailer and indoor shooting range, dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming environment for firearm enthusiasts of all levels. We offer a wide selection of firearms, accessories, and gear, along with expert firearms instruction tailored to individuals and groups. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills, participate in competitive shoots, or host a private event, The Man Cave Outfitters is your go-to destination. With a commitment to quality service and a passion for the shooting sports, we strive to create an unforgettable experience for every customer.

The Man Cave Outfitters is a locally owned and family operated retail firearms store and indoor shooting range that promises superior customer service and great prices for our customer’s every day!

We are seeking individuals who are quick learners, firearms knowledgeable, and believe in delivering the best customer experience ever, every time! Candidates must be reliable, organized, self-starting, motivated, customer service driven, and hardworking.

Job Title: Sales Associate / Range Attendant

Job Type: Full-time

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

o   Provide a memorable experience through superior customer service by providing top notch interaction with every customer, every time – greeting each customer, inquiring as to their visit or assist in finding something, answer product questions, etc.

o   Selling through customer engagement

o   Cash handling/conduct sales transactions using POS system

o   Conduct firearms transactions including 4473 paperwork & conducting background checks using the WA State Background Check System (SAFE)

o   Open & close functions – daily till management, lock & secure doors/gun cabinets, sweep/mop, empty garbage, store housekeeping: bathroom, eating area, floors, coffee station, dusting, etc.

o   Enhance the security of firearms and equipment on the range for shooter safety

o   Conduct basic inspection of all range sections, including backstops, target cable system and frames, downrange area, flag systems, etc. and conduct daily range cleaning

o   Assist customers with appropriate lane and target operation

o   Know and follow emergency response plans when required

o   Stock products and assist with receiving inventory

o   Adhere to all safety policies, procedures, protocols, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

o   Must be at least 21 years of age

o   Must pass background check and meet Federal requirements for handling and processing firearm transactions

o   Flexible availability – including evenings, weekends, & holidays

Required Skills & Abilities:

o   Firearms experience and knowledge

o   Motivated, self-starter, with great organizational skills

o   Strong attention to detail

o   Clear and concise communication skills