Trail Crew Member, Mount Columbia
Posted by Colorado Fourteeners Initiative on 01/11/2019
Job Basics
Industry Sector: Outdoor
Job Categories: , Management, Outdoor Education, Trail Management
Company Type: Conservation, NaturalResources, Recreation, Service
State: CO
City: Leadville
Country: United States
Required Experience: 1 - 3 years
Job Type: Seasonal
Salary: $15-20/hour
Required to Relocate: Yes
Required to Travel: Yes
Employee May Telecommute: No
Job Seeker Must Live Within:
Job Description & Requirements
2+ seasons of trailwork experience preferred. Crew Members will work with CFI Project Managers and Youth Corps crew to work toward the completion of a new summit trail, and restoration of old trail. $14 - 17/hr depending on experience.
Please visit www.14ers.org/employment/ to apply, and for more information on this position.
POSITION DUTIES
Implement trail construction and maintenance projects at high altitude (11-14,000+ feet), including:
Extensive rock work including rock steps and walls.
Restoration including alpine tundra stabilization and re-vegetation.
Provide feedback and guidance on technical construction projects with youth corps partners.
Set regular project goals/priorities.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Technical/Physical
Trail building/maintenance experience in a supervisory role (or trail experience plus other project and people management experience). 2+ seasons of trailwork experience preferred.
Strong rock work experience (stairs, retaining walls, check dams, etc) as pertaining to trails.
Proficiency in travelling (hiking and navigating) and living in mountain backcountry environments.
Excellent physical condition.
Willingness and ability to live and perform strenuous work at high altitude for multiple consecutive days.
Leadership
Outdoor leadership experience (or other leadership background).
Positive, professional attitude.
A strong passion for and experience in leading volunteers and/or young adults in outdoor based conservation activities.
