How to get a trail maintenance job?

Trail maintenance jobs require physical strength and endurance as well as familiarity with relevant tools and equipment. You typically need a high school diploma or GED certificate plus one or two years of related experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or forestry work. Some employers require specialized qualifications, such as the ability to drive a forklift or back up with a loaded trailer on a narrow road, and many prefer candidates who have completed Wilderness Medical Training. You should also be able to read maps and use a compass or GPS. Lastly, you need basic building skills required to install benches, repair fences and bridges, and maintain structures like retaining walls.