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Shore Lodge Whitetail LLC

Trail Maintenance

Mccall, ID · On-site

Coordinates work for the trail crew. * Leads planning, evaluating, training and team building initiatives to ensure work completion while ensuring safety of the trail crew. Requirements: WHAT YOU ...

Alterra Mountain Company

Bike Park Trail Crew

Snowshoe, WV · On-site

$15/hr

... trail crew foreman. Job Responsibilities: * Builds and maintains trails to professional standards, ensuring stability, sustainability, and appropriate trail ratings. Constructs "go-arounds" on blue ...

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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for trail crew in the United States is $21.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Trail Crew positions typically involve working outdoors for extended periods, often in remote areas and in all weather conditions. Work schedules can vary, but may include long days, multi-day hitches, or camping onsite while completing trail projects. You’ll be part of a close-knit team, collaborating daily to repair, build, and maintain hiking trails, which can be physically demanding but highly rewarding. The role also provides hands-on experience in conservation and land management, paving the way for future opportunities in outdoor recreation, environmental stewardship, or public land agencies.

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A Trail Crew job involves building, maintaining, and repairing trails in parks, forests, and wilderness areas. Crew members use hand tools and power tools to clear debris, construct bridges, control erosion, and improve trail conditions. The work is physically demanding and often requires hiking long distances while carrying heavy gear. Trail crews typically work in remote locations and can experience varying weather conditions. This role is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor physical labor and conservation efforts.

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Trail Crew members need strong physical fitness, knowledge of trail construction and maintenance techniques, and the ability to work safely in variable outdoor conditions. Familiarity with hand tools such as pulaskis, shovels, and saws is required, and certifications like Wilderness First Aid are often preferred. Teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability are valuable soft skills that help individuals succeed in dynamic and sometimes remote environments. These skills and qualities are crucial for building and maintaining safe, sustainable trails while collaborating effectively with a diverse crew.

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Infographic showing various Trail Crew job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $44,261 per year, or $21.3 per hour.
Trail Maintenance

Trail Maintenance

Shore Lodge Whitetail LLC

Mccall, ID

Other

Posted 22 days ago

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Description

TRAIL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN:

Our Trail Maintenance Team ensures that our members' and their guests' experiences are fulfilled at 5 Star/4 Diamond service level. The mission of our Trail Maintenance Department is to develop, preserve, and enhance Whitetail Club's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future members and their guests. Provides a quality trail system for enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future Members of Whitetail Club. Work is often performed in the backcountry and trails range in elevation from 5000 feet to 7500 feet above sea level. This is a manual labor position that requires being outdoors and exposed to the elements on a daily basis.


STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Frequent weekend and holiday work. Varied hours of operation.


WHAT YOU GET TO DO:

  • Maintain and improve existing trail systems on Whitetail Club property which includes 10 miles of single-track mountain bike trails.
  • Greet and welcome members during general business and maintenance duties.
  • Perform motorized and non-motorized trail maintenance.
  • Use of hand hand-tools, chain saws, off road Vehicles, skid steer/tractor, etc.
  • Assist other positions such as maintenance or engineering services as needed.
  • Coordinates work for the trail crew.
  • Leads planning, evaluating, training and team building initiatives to ensure work completion while ensuring safety of the trail crew.


Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

  • Relevant Forbes/AAA, 3/4 star/diamond service experience in a like property
  • Ability to perform physical work outside, sometimes in inclement weather
  • Able to work autonomously or in small groups to accomplish the tasks needed
  • Able to multi-task while providing superior customer service
  • Ability to convey an exemplary level of service by communicating effectively with and receiving information from members, guests and coworkers
  • Possess and maintain a clean driving record and valid driver's license
  • Previous Guest Service Experience
  • Knowledge of how to operate an excavator is preferred.


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