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Trail Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Sky Ranches Inc

Ute Trail Specialist

Powderhorn, CO · On-site

$350/wk

Ute Trail Specialists are responsible for carrying out and completing daily operational duties which facilitate an excellent guest experience during Ute Trail's retreat season. Duties vary and may ...

Sky Ranch

Ute Trail Specialist

Powderhorn, CO · On-site

$350/wk

Ute Trail Specialists are responsible for carrying out and completing daily operational duties which facilitate an excellent guest experience during Ute Trail's retreat season. Duties vary and may ...

Sky Ranches, Inc.

Ute Trail Specialist

Powderhorn, CO · On-site

$350/wk

Responsive recruiter This position is critical to the ministry of Sky Ranch and contributes directly to our mission of leading youth and families to know and follow Christ Ute Trail Specialists are ...

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What is the difference between Trail vs Hiker?

AspectTrailHiker
DefinitionA designated path or route for walking, biking, or outdoor activities.A person who walks or hikes along trails or natural paths.
Required CredentialsNone specific; knowledge of outdoor safety helpful.No formal credentials; experience and physical fitness valued.
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, natural settings, often maintained by parks or agencies.Outdoor environments, often in wilderness or parks.
Industry UsageUsed in outdoor recreation, tourism, and conservation sectors.Commonly used in outdoor recreation, fitness, and travel contexts.

In summary, a trail is a physical pathway used for outdoor activities, while a hiker is a person who walks along such trails. Trails are infrastructure, whereas hikers are the individuals enjoying these outdoor spaces.

What cities in Colorado are hiring for Trail jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Trail job openings:

Infographic showing various Trail job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

VOLUNTEER TRAIL HOST

Grand Junction, CO • On-site

City of Grand Junction, CO
201 - 500 employees
Learn more about City of Grand Junction, COexternal

$14.50 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

City Of Grand Junction rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description


VOLUNTEER TRAIL HOST
About the Position:
The Volunteer Trail Host patrols the Riverfront Trail System and helps the City of Grand Junction keep the trails safe and friendly for all users while benefitting from being active outdoors! This program runs from March through October, and we will hold outdoor bi-monthly meetings/trainings on the first Wednesday of the month in March, May, July, and September from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This position is without monetary compensation. Trail Hosts serve as friendly community ambassadors providing support, information, and observation of the trails. Hosts reap physical fitness benefits as well as community pride.
Notice to Applicants:
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you do not include the dates of your education to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments.
Contact Haley Van Camp with questions at (970) 254-3876.
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
Explore the Area:
Grand Junction, Colorado is the gateway to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction is surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land. Residents enjoy world-class whitewater rafting on the Colorado and Green Rivers, golfing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, and exploring mountain bike and hiking trails through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa National Forest. Grand Junction has a robust downtown and hosts multiple art, music, food, and market events annually. With a population of over 150,000 in Mesa County (65,000 within the City limits) we have many of the big town amenities without the big town stresses such as traffic and trail congestion. With an average of 245 days of sunshine, Grand Junction is the perfect place to work and play.
Learn more about our area on Visit Grand Junction's website and Instagram!
At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.
About the Team
The Parks and Recreation Department enhances the quality of life in Grand Junction by maintaining and developing vibrant recreational spaces and facilities for residents and visitors. The department manages 45 parks, 25 playgrounds, 24 park shelters, 5 indoor recreation facilities including the Orchard Mesa Pool, Lincoln Park Hospitality Suite, the Bookcliff Activity Center, Lincoln Park Barn, and the Senior Recreation Center, and a multitude of outdoor facilities which include the Lincoln Park-Moyer Pool, 2 City Cemeteries, Amphitheater at Las Colonias and the Lincoln Park Stadium Sports Complex.

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