Advanced Seasonal Park Worker – Trail Crew

Milwaukee-County; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 2,192,000 - 3,288,000; Part time

Job summary

Milwaukee County Parks is seeking an Advanced Seasonal Park Worker – Trail Crew to maintain and improve hiking and mountain biking trails, trim back brush, install signs, and address erosion. The role averages 24–32 hours per week and requires working on site within Milwaukee County Parks.

Typical duties include trail maintenance, use of GIS for planning, and collaboration with volunteers and other divisions.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to obtain pesticide certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain soft and hard surface trails by trimming, mowing, clearing, installing signs, graffiti removal, trash pickup, planting trees and controlling invasive species.
• Use GIS and other software to plan trail reroutes, inventory signs, and plan closures or expansions.
• Collaborate with volunteers, other park divisions, and outside groups.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver’s license

Physical strength

GIS software

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Advanced Seasonal Park Worker – Trail Crew

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Interested in joining Milwaukee County? Milwaukee County is searching for authentic people who are out to change the game and bring their whole selves to work every day.

Milwaukee County oversees operations from our Airport, Behavioral Health, Child Support, Combined Court Operations, Sheriff's Department, Community Reintegration Center, Human Services, Parks, Public Safety, Public Works, Fleet Operations, Transportation, and at the Zoo. Our departments are also dedicated to our Seniors and those with Disabilities in Aging and Disability Services, and Veterans in Veterans Services. Our employees also remain committed to serving the cultural, human, recreational, and social needs of the entire community.

Milwaukee County offers a wide variety of interesting jobs for people who want to make a difference in our community. Milwaukee County provides a competitive benefit package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If disability related accommodations are needed, please email [e-mail].

We are searching for Changemakers to come and join our team and discover our diverse and versatile community of independent spirits and unique talents, we are redefining the way you think about Milwaukee County!

Advanced Seasonal Park Worker – Trail Crew

Milwaukee County Parks

Hourly Pay: $20.66

Parks Equity Statement: Milwaukee County Parks is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse work force that is demographically and racially representative of Milwaukee County residents. Milwaukee County Parks leadership is committed to honoring diverse experiences, perspectives, and unique identities, while fostering work environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Job Summary: The trail crew maintains and improves hiking, mountain biking, and the Oak Leaf trails through trimming back brush, mowing, installing signs, addressing erosion issues, removing fallen logs, and other trail maintenance and planning as needed. This position will average 24 – 32 hours per week.

• Maintain soft and hard surface trails by trimming, mowing, clearing dead fall, installing signs, removing graffiti, picking up trash, planting trees, controlling invasive species, and constructing trails.
• Use GIS and other software to plan for trail reroutes, inventory existing and proposed signs, and plan for trail closures or expansions.
• Work and collaborate with volunteers, other parks divisions, and outside organizations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Possession of a valid United States Driver’s License, able to be maintained throughout employment.
• At least 16 years old at the time of application.
• Able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Willing and able to obtain a Category 6.0 Pesticide Certification within six (6) months of start date.
• Willing and able to complete SAWW Level One Training within six (6) months of start date.
• Willing and able to complete the Trail Master Certification Course within six (6) months of start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Previous Landscape, Park Maintenance, or Natural Resource Management experience.

NOTE: This original application is open to permanent residents of the United States. Appointee must establish residency in the state of Wisconsin within six months of start date and maintain such residency during incumbency . In accordance withSection 11, Rule3 of theCivil Service Rules a non-competitive examination will be held for this position. The non-competitive examination will consist of criteria deemed appropriate by the Director of Human Resources.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Hourly Pay Range: $15.91 - $23.87

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.