What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Trail Builder position at Recon Trail Design, LLC?
Professional Trail Builders Wanted
Recon Trail Design wants you to join our fun and growing trail crew! Our 2024 season of conservation work includes new trail construction, bridge construction, and stonework projects in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, Western Maine, and the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont.
Our trail crew works a regular Mon-Fri schedule with crew terms of 3 and 6-months and opportunities for advancement. We strive to create sustainable jobs in trail work with good pay and normal hours for entry-level and those looking for the next step after traditional trail crew experiences.
Based in Western Maine & Mount Washington Valley, Recon Trail Design, LLC is a full-service firm specializing in recreational trail planning, design, construction, and education. Our work specializes in non-motorized recreational trail design and construction, including ADA/ABA-spec design, mountain bike trails, boardwalks and bridges. We practice a conservation-focused approach to trail work on every project.
Job Responsibilities
Successful applicants will possess proven trail construction skills, ability to maintain high standards of quality, and a positive, team-focused mindset. Responsibilities include building and maintaining recreational trails with various hand tools, new trail construction with equipment operation, rigging and chainsaw work in remote locations, and working with various partners and organizations.
- Focus on safety, teamwork, communication, and high-quality service
- Knowledge of current trail building techniques and demonstrated ability to implement
- Ability to provide high quality customer service and work outputs with minimal supervision
- Ability to work outdoors in any weather conditions
Required Qualifications
- Two or more seasons of trail work experience
- Good physical fitness with ability to hike up to 5 miles, and lift and carry up to 60 pounds
- Carpentry and masonry experience
- Safe operation of chainsaw with experience in felling and trail clearing
- Experience backcountry camping, and ability to camp if required
- Knowledge of and ability to uphold Leave No Trace standards and practices
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License and reliable transportation
- Willingness and ability to travel, camp, and work occasional weekends
- Commitment and ability to maintain a smoke and drug-free work environment
Desired Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree and/or relevant experience in natural science or conservation
- Experience operating machinery and rigging for trail work, willing to train
- Valid outdoor medical certification, first-aid and CPR
Location: Porter, Maine & Mountain Washington Valley, NH
Terms: Flexible start/end dates, 6-month May – Oct & 3-month June - Aug
Time Requirements: Full-time, seasonal 40 hours/week, Part-time seasonal 20 hours/week
Compensation: $18-22/hour DOE, paid holidays and year-end bonus
To Apply: www.recontraildesign.com/jobs
Recon Trail Design, LLC is an equal opportunity employer
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $16.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Conway, NH: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: Multiple locations
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Conway, NH (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $22