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Paul Smith's College

$16 - $17/hr

Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Staff Department: Forestry Reports to: Forest Operations Compensation: $16.00-$17.00 hourly rate Position Description: Paul Smith ...

BRUNDAGE MOUNTAIN RESORT LLC

$15.25 - $19/hr

The Bike Park Trail Crew is responsible for maintaining existing hiking and biking trails and building new trails on Brundage Mountain.Brundage operates lift served mountain biking starting mid-June ...

Brundage Mountain Company

Bike Park Trail Crew

Mccall, ID · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

The Bike Park Trail Crew is responsible for maintaining existing hiking and biking trails and building new trails on Brundage Mountain. Brundage operates lift served mountain biking starting mid-June ...

TimberlineOne, Inc.

Crew Leader

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$28 - $36/hr

Duties & Responsibilities • Lead trail crews in the construction of singletrack trails, mountain ... crew members, ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are met in remote or rugged ...

Lancaster County

Maintenance Worker II

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$37K/yr

... * Assist Trails Crew with tree/or trail work at other FM locations * Apply herbicide, as needed at all FM locations * Safely operate a pickup truck (with or without trailer) / equipment * Snow ...

Lancaster County

Maintenance Worker II

Lancaster, PA · On-site

$37K/yr

... * Assist Trails Crew with tree/or trail work at other FM locations * Apply herbicide, as needed at all FM locations * Safely operate a pickup truck (with or without trailer) / equipment * Snow ...

tamarackresort

Trail Crew Member

Donnelly, ID · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

The primary duties are maintaining or improving existing bike trails, creating new trails, and infrastructure to IMBA standards of design and maintenance. Trail Crew will ensure the safety of all ...

Tamarack Resort

Trail Crew Member

Donnelly, ID · On-site

$11.50 - $15.25/hr

The primary duties are maintaining or improving existing bike trails, creating new trails, and infrastructure to IMBA standards of design and maintenance. Trail Crew will ensure the safety of all ...

Sunrise Park Resort

Mountain Bike Trail Crew

Greer, AZ · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

Essential Duties · Construct, shape, repair, and maintain natural-surface trails, drainage systems ... crew direction. · Perform tread work including excavation, grading, compaction, armoring ...

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How much do trails crew jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for trails 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.

What is the difference between Trails Crew vs Trail Maintenance Worker?

AspectTrails CrewTrail Maintenance Worker
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety trainingHigh school diploma, safety training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, remote trail sitesOutdoor, trail sites, parks, forests
Employer & Industry UsageConservation groups, parks, federal agenciesPublic parks, forestry departments, conservation agencies
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

Trails Crew members and Trail Maintenance Workers often perform similar tasks in outdoor environments, focusing on trail repair, clearing, and construction. While both roles require safety training and work outdoors, Trails Crew positions are typically part of organized teams working on large projects for conservation or government agencies. Trail Maintenance Workers may work independently or for smaller organizations, focusing on routine upkeep. Both roles are essential for preserving outdoor recreation areas and often overlap in skills and responsibilities.

What is a trails crew?

A trails crew is a group of workers who build, maintain, and repair hiking, biking, or nature trails in outdoor environments. They often use hand tools, power tools, and follow safety protocols to ensure sustainable and accessible trail systems.

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Seasonal Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member

Paul Smith's College

On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in creating, re-designing, and upgrading trails, as well as repairing and constructing lean-tos and cabins on PSC lands and for private clients.

  • Aid in the design and development of projects, including estimating time and material costs, and ensuring proper tool use and maintenance.

  • Contribute to ensuring projects consider environmental impacts, sustainability, and accessibility standards.

Paul Smith's College rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Position: Lean-tos, Cabins & Trails Crew Member
Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, Staff
Department: Forestry
Reports to: Forest Operations
Compensation: $16.00-$17.00 hourly rate
Position Description:
Paul Smith's College Lt C & T crew is a fully functioning entity focused on creating, re-designing, and upgrading trails as well as repair and construction of existing lean-tos and cabins on PSC lands as well as contracting to private individuals and/or companies. Our mission is to extend our classroom and field instruction with real world application thereof. This approach will set the standard for exceptional work moving forward regarding how PSC lands shall be developed, and also serve as a springboard for students wishing to continue in this profession and related fields. Accessibility in the form of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance will also be incorporated on a case-by-case basis. Students will also have the ability to continue in their positions during the academic semesters as the workload allows and they remain in good standing in the academic studies. Advancement opportunities are also available. We also work in tandem with the Forest Ops crew when needed and vise-versa.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Successful crew members will be instrumental in creating safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing end products. They will also be responsible for aiding in design and development of projects, including estimating time & material costs needed as well as proper tool use and maintenance. Focus should also include the impacts to the natural environment, ecosystems and visitor experience. Understanding and applying aspects of sustainability and accessibility shall always be in the forefront.
Requirements:
  • Parks & Conservation students are encouraged to apply as well as those in the Forestry, Natural Resource Conservation Management, and Sustainability disciplines, however all students are welcome to apply
  • Prior landscaping and/or construction experience, or the willingness and desire to grasp and excel in hands-on woods work
  • Currently possess or have the ability to acquire basic Red Cross First Aid.
  • Experience using numerous landscaping and construction hand tools. (Chainsaw experience is not necessarily required; however, students who operate chainsaws must have Game of Logging levels I & II certifications)
  • Understand and appreciate hazards and safety protocol involved in working in a natural environment
  • Capacity to lift, carry, and maneuver 50lbs, and perform other strenuous activities
  • Ability to work in inclement weather and on uneven terrain
  • Capacity to perform duties independently, proactively, and accept direction from crew boss and/or crew supervisor
  • Valid Driver's License and a motor vehicle record that meets the College's standard of �approved driver.�
  • Must provide proof of health insurance.

Housing may be available in PSC dorms during the summer months
Paul Smith's College is an equal opportunity employer. Position descriptions are created that focus on essential functions, using inclusive language, and avoid unnecessary or discriminatory requirements.

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