Trail Maintenance

Description

This is a unique opportunity to actually ‘blaze the trail’ for a new and exciting outdoor recreation concept in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee! We are seeking Trail Maintenance who will take charge in creating and maintaining mountain bike trails throughout 850 acres of beautiful mountain property. The ideal candidate will have experience both in large equipment operation and hand tools, while also having the vision to help build, create and maintain bike trails as our Adventure Park nears opening day and beyond. 

This is a creative opportunity to navigate unique and challenging terrain in a natural and scenic environment! Here are the requirements:

• Using necessary excavation and large equipment, build trail systems on the property, which includes 7-10 miles of bike trails (with future expansion in mind) 

• Focused on constructing scenic forest roads, off-road UTV routes and smaller mountain bike trails among other construction activities 

• Operate skid steers, mini excavators, bulldozers and any other heavy equipment as needed 

• Use of hand tools, chain saws, off road vehicles, tractors, axes, nail guns, circular saws, ATV’s, etc. 

• Operate additional heavy equipment in compliance with the company’s operating safety policies and procedures including soil excavation/remediation equipment 

• Follow appropriate standard operating procedures as guideline for operating and maintaining vehicles 

• Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment 

• Responsible for the safety and maintenance of all tools and equipment, including performing routine maintenance as necessary 

• Constantly monitors all areas of the bike park for potential hazards including, but not limited to, downed trees, limbs and branches, missing or damaged signage, soil or rock erosion, feature damage or degradation 

• Ensures all trail work areas are finished properly and aesthetically by removing, burying, or neatly stacking all trees and large limbs 

• Perform motorized and non-motorized trail maintenance to professional standards with the goals of stability, sustainability and trail-rating appropriateness 

• Manages water drainage on trails using drainage pipe, culverts, ditches and sustainable trail designs which minimize erosion and enhance the sustainability of the trails 

• Coordinates work for the trail crew and assist other positions such as maintenance or engineering services as necessary 

• Together with site General Manager, will assist in leading planning, evaluating and training ensure work completion while ensuring safety of the trail crew 

• Ensures property signage is installed on all trails, features and drops prior to opening 

• Complete assigned projects with minimal supervision 

• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements: 

• At least 5 years’ of large equipment operation experience 

• Must have experience on both foot pedal and joystick operated mini-excavators and skid-steers 

• Must have mechanical knowledge for all types of equipment maintenance and repair 

• Must be able to use hand tools, hammers, saws, rakes, shovels, chainsaws, axes, etc. 

• Experience in felling trees 

• At least two years' experience in trail building and maintenance, preferably in a bike park environment 

• Mountain/trail biking experience is a plus 

• Must be able to operate a company vehicle including ATV’s and trucks 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and team lift heavier objects 

• Ability to work on feet all day, at various heights, in rough terrain, and in all weather conditions 

• Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odor, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday 

Perks:

• Competitive pay 

• Paid time off 

• Medical, dental, and vision Insurance 

• Life insurance 

• 401K 

• Free admission for employees and their immediate family 

• Employee discounts on food and merchandise 

• Generous pass exchange program with area attractions 

If you believe you meet the qualifications above and have an interest in joining the Anakeesta team, we would love to receive your resume. 

Salary : $21