Seasonal Trail Crew Technician — Build & Maintain Trails

Albemarle County; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Albemarle County is seeking a part-time trail maintenance worker to perform routine maintenance, patrol county park trails, and carry out semi-skilled repair work. The role requires operating power equipment and hand tools, and providing park-user assistance.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Virginia driver’s license. The job entails substantial physical tasks, outdoor work in varying weather, and weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine trail maintenance through pruning, mowing, clearing, etc.
• Performs trail construction of new trails and re-routes of existing sections.
• Installs and maintains trail signs.
• Clears down trees from trails after storms.
• Monitors trails to identify maintenance and safety issues.
• Operates power equipment and hand tools.
• Provides information and assistance to park users and encourages compliance with park rules.
• Collects suggestions from trail users.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Traffic laws

Manual labor

Automotive equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia driver's license

Job description

Albemarle County is seeking a part-time trail maintenance worker to perform routine maintenance, patrol county park trails, and carry out semi-skilled repair work. The role requires operating power equipment and hand tools, and providing park-user assistance.

Required are a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Virginia driver’s license. The job entails substantial physical tasks, outdoor work in varying weather, and weekend hours as needed.