Laborer Helper Summer 2026

BOGUS BASIN RECREATIONAL ASSOCIATION INC; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bogus Basin Recreation Association Inc. is seeking a Laborer/Helper to assist the Water and Wastewater department. The role focuses on watershed rehab and performing a variety of tasks to support crews in a mountain recreation setting.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading, trenching, backfilling, and general landscape or erosion control work outdoors; candidates must be able to lift heavy loads, work weekends/holidays, and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be 18 years of age and able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Repair water bars for water runoff.
• Load and unload materials and equipment.
• Dig trenches, compact earth, and backfill holes.
• Landscape or erosion control work.

Skills

Teamwork

Physical strength

Communication skills

Flexibility

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

The Laborer/Helper position performs a variety of different tasks to assist Water and Wastewater department. Main focus will be on water shed rehab.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Repairing water bars for water runoff.
• Loading and unloading materials and equipment.
• Digging trenches, compacting earth and backfilling holes.
• Landscape or erosion control work.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Maintain a professional attitude toward guests and staff.
• Assist in mountain rescue efforts, if necessary.
• Perform other related tasks, as necessary.

Requirements

• Passionate about the Bogus Basin Mission.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to perform tasks in a timely and accurate manner, with or without supervision.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds above shoulder level.
• Frequently required to stand, balance, walk, climb, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Manual dexterity to perform basic functions.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass a background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Indoor and outdoor environment; majority time spent outdoors.
• Outdoor environment; exposed to inclement weather and adverse conditions.
• Vibration and noise are present in the work environment.

PERSONAL APPEARANCE

When in the public eye, your personal appearance is an important part of the product we offer our guests. You should come to work neatly groomed and in uniform. In addition to the uniform shirt, you need the following:

• Jacket or clothing for inclement weather.
• Hat or sun protection and suitable eyewear.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bogus Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.