Temporary Maintenance Lead Worker - Winter Trails

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

Job summary

Town of Mammoth Lakes is seeking a Temporary Trail Crew Leader in Mammoth Lakes to groom winter trails with Snow-Cat and snowmobiles, perform maintenance, install signage, and support trail systems year-round. Supervisory oversight comes from the Outdoor Recreation Manager and Trails Program Manager.

Candidate should have specialized trail maintenance training or experience, a valid California Class C license or ability to obtain within 10 days, and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Specialized training or experience in trail maintenance is preferred.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License or ability to obtain within 10 days.
• Background check may be required prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Groom winter trails using a Snow-Cat or snowmobile and associated grooming equipment.
• Signage maintenance and installation.
• General trail maintenance in spring, fall and winter conditions.
• Monitor trail activities and provide public information.
• Report on work completed to meet state grooming requirements.
• Drive vehicles to transport materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain Mammoth Lakes Trail System infrastructure.
• General site maintenance, including restroom cleaning and recreation site upkeep.
• Perform duties independently without direct supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Trail maintenance training

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.