Temporary Maintenance Lead Worker - Winter Trails

Town of Mammoth Lakes, CA; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Mammoth Lakes is seeking a Temporary Trail Crew Leader to support our winter grooming and trail maintenance program. You will operate grooming equipment, perform signage and trail upkeep, and assist with public information on trails.

Responsibilities include working with a small team, following safety protocols, and meeting state grooming requirements. A California Class C driver's license and specialized trail maintenance training are preferred.

Qualifications

• Specialized training/experience in trail maintenance preferred.
• Entry-level for Temporary Trail Crew Leader position.
• California Class C Driver’s License required or obtainable within 10 days of residency and favorable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Groom winter trails using a Snow-Cat or snowmobile and related equipment.
• Perform signage maintenance and installation.
• General trail maintenance in winter, spring and fall conditions.

Skills

Teamwork

Equipment operation

Reading and following instructions

Education

Trail maintenance training

Tools

Snow-Cat

Snowmobile

Chainsaw

Job description

Effective 10/26/2026, wage range increases to $28.3161 - $32.7795 hourly.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Outdoor Recreation Manager and direct supervision from the Trails Program Manager.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Groom winter trails using a Snow-Cat or snowmobile and associated grooming equipment, both during the day and at night.
• Perform signage maintenance and installation.
• General trail maintenance in both spring/fall & winter conditions.
• Monitor activities on trails and provide public information.
• Perform upward reporting on work completed and to meet state grooming requirements.
• Drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment as required.
• Perform maintenance and construction on the Mammoth Lakes Trail System.
• General maintenance as needed, e.g. restroom cleaning and recreation site maintenance.
• Perform duties in a responsible manner independent of direct supervision.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods, materials, and equipment used in trail construction and maintenance work.
• Occupational hazard and safety precautions.
• Safe work practices.
• Experience with snow-cats and snowmobiles a plus.
• Chainsaw experience a plus.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.

Ability to:

• Work with others as part of a team.
• Use a variety of maintenance equipment and materials.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Be present and available for work.

Experience and Training:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:

Specialized training/experience in trail maintenance is preferred.

Experience:

Temporary Trail Crew Leader: while snow-cat and grooming experience is a plus, this is an entry level position.

Licenses:

Possession of, or ability to obtain within the state required timeframe of ten (10) days of established residency, a valid State of California Class C Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record. Must pass an appropriate background check prior to the hire date.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The Town reserves the right to revise or change classification duties and responsibilities as the need arises. The description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Employee may be subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests per Department of Transportation regulations and Town of Mammoth Lakes policies and procedures.