Trail Crew

POSITION SUMMARY 

Trail Crew members are responsible for maintaining and enhancing bike park trails and base‑area grounds. The position requires proficiency in trail‑building design and construction methods, advanced mountain‑biking skills, general construction capabilities, and the safe operation of all‑terrain vehicles.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

TRAIL CONSTRUCTION & MAINTENANCE

•    Works with team members to maintain trails within the bike park and surrounding areas.

•    Maintains all wood and man‑made features.

•    Performs shoveling, raking, with daily walking/hiking as part of trail upkeep.

•    Conducts weed‑whacking on a bi‑weekly basis.

•    Monitors all areas of the bike park for hazards such as downed trees, damaged signage, erosion, or feature degradation.

•    Coordinates maintenance or repair of trail sections or features identified as needing attention.

•    Operates a variety of hand tools, power tools, and some heavy equipment including shovels, axes, chainsaws, nail guns, ATVs, and similar equipment.

•    Assists in setup, takedown, and operation of Airbag operations.

•    Employs downhill riding skills to access and inspect trail conditions while maintaining safe riding practices appropriate to individual ability level.

•    Exhibits initiative and a clear commitment to producing and upholding high‑quality trail design and flow.

•    Performs other duties as assigned

GROUNDSKEEPING & BASE AREA UPKEEP

•    Performs groundskeeping duties around trails and the base area.

•    Assists with general landscape and environmental maintenance tasks.

PATROL SUPPORT & SAFETY

•    Patrols the park to ensure trail readiness.

•    Assists bike patrol with opening trails when needed.

•    Maintains communication with bike patrol and mountain operations staff regarding safety issues or maintenance needs.

GUEST SERVICE & EDUCATION

•    Assists with bike park events as required.

•    Supports operational needs that contribute to a positive rider experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

•    Must be a minimum of 18 years old by start date

•    High school diploma or equivalent preferred

•    Proficient Mountain Bike Rider

•    Good judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills

•    Some knowledge of Mountain Bike Terrain

•    Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver’s license prior to employment.

•    Hand and power-tool training and familiarity

•    Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the work

•    Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions

•    Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule

•    Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions

•    Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely

•    Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions

•    Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to lift 50 pounds, push, pull, or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue and to effectively jump, sprint, or throw an object. Excellent stamina is required. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt. The noise level in the work environment is generally loud. 

NOTE

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Salary : $18