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How much do trails jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for trails in California is $23.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.24 and $25.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a trail job?

Trails jobs involve the planning, construction, maintenance, and management of trails used for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and other outdoor activities. People in these roles may work for government agencies, nonprofits, or private organizations, and their responsibilities can include building new trails, repairing existing paths, ensuring environmental sustainability, and providing information to the public. Trails jobs can range from hands-on fieldwork to administrative and educational positions, all focused on supporting recreational trail systems and preserving natural areas.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work in trail jobs?

To thrive as a Trail Maintenance Worker, you need knowledge of trail construction techniques, physical fitness, and experience with hand and power tools, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with GPS devices, mapping software, and safety certifications like first aid are typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication help workers collaborate efficiently and respond to environmental challenges. These skills are crucial for ensuring safe, accessible, and well-maintained trails for public use.

What challenges do trails coordinators face when managing multi-use trail systems?

Trails Coordinators often face challenges such as balancing the needs of diverse user groups, maintaining trail safety, and managing environmental impact. They must regularly communicate with stakeholders like park visitors, maintenance crews, and local authorities to address concerns and coordinate improvements. Additionally, unpredictable weather and limited funding can make it difficult to keep trails in optimal condition throughout the year. Staying organized and proactive in planning helps mitigate these challenges and ensures a positive experience for all trail users.

What is the difference between Trails vs Forest Ranger?

AspectTrailsForest Ranger
Required CredentialsBasic outdoor skills, sometimes certifications in trail maintenanceWildlife management, environmental science degrees, certifications in firefighting and rescue
Work EnvironmentOutdoor trail maintenance, signage, visitor assistanceWildlife conservation, law enforcement, emergency response in forest areas
Employer & Industry UsageNational parks, outdoor recreation organizationsForestry services, national parks, government agencies

Trails workers focus on maintaining and constructing outdoor paths for public use, often working in outdoor settings with basic certifications. Forest Rangers have broader responsibilities including conservation, law enforcement, and emergency response, requiring specialized training and certifications. Both roles are vital in outdoor and park environments but differ in scope and qualifications.

What are the most commonly searched types of Trails jobs in California?

The most popular types of Trails jobs in California are:

What cities in California are hiring for Trails jobs?

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Infographic showing various Trails job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,624 per year, or $23.4 per hour.

Fleet, Facilities, and Trails Manager

Fortiuscap

South Lake Tahoe, CA • On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Other

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Town of Truckee is seeking an exceptional leader to serve as our next Fleet, Facilities & Trails Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented multi-disciplined team responsible for maintaining the Town’s year-round and seasonal municipal fleet, building facilities, trails, transit shelters and landscaping in a dynamic and community-focused organization located in the beautiful and historic town of Truckee, California.

Truckee, located at 6,000 feet in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, offers a unique blend of small-town charm, stunning natural surroundings, a thriving outdoor culture, outstanding schools, and an engaged community that values public service. Our town provides endless opportunities for year-round recreation, such as world-class skiing (just named as one of the 10 best US ski towns to live in year-round), hiking, mountain biking, fly-fishing, paddling on Donner Lake, and convenient access to Lake Tahoe and Reno. Join a progressive organization that values Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Commitment, and Excellence.

The ideal candidate is an innovative thinker who embraces continuous improvement, develops and fosters high-performing teams, creates and maintains an environment of idea sharing, and is passionate about delivering exceptional public service that meet the needs of our growing community. This division includes fleet maintenance on both fossil fueled and electric powered fleet and maintenance equipment, facilities management, trails, landscaping, preventive maintenance programs, asset management, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration. Success in this role requires strong leadership, proactive thinking, strategic planning and execution, collaboration across departments, and the ability to build positive relationships with employees, contractors, local and regional partner agencies, special districts, and the community at large. Experience managing operations affected by significant winter weather (we have an average annual snowfall of more than 200 inches) is highly desirable.

If you have a proven track record managing complex year-round and seasonal operations, developing people, solving problems creatively, and implementing forward-thinking solutions, we’d love to hear from you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Under general direction, plans, organizes, oversees, coordinates, and manages the staff and operations of the Fleet, Facilities, and Trails Division, including construction, maintenance, and repair work of Town buildings, facilities, landscaped areas, trails, physical assets, and Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) and mechanical repair, preventive maintenance work, and overhaul to heavy and light equipment; manages the effective use of division resources to improve organizational productivity and customer service; provides complex and responsible support to the Public Work Director/Town Engineer in areas of expertise; and performs related duties as assigned.

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