Seasonal Trails Technician - Volunteer Project Leader

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Boulder County Parks and Open Space Department is seeking to hire 2* Seasonal Trails Technicians* to assist with running volunteer events and work on trail maintenance projects. These seasonal positions will work under direct supervision of a Volunteer Coordinator and will not be responsible for supervising other employees but will help supervise volunteers. These are primarily field-based positions and those hired can expect to spend the majority of their time working outdoors. When not helping run volunteer events, the Seasonal Trails Technicians will perform a variety of manual labor tasks, including trail maintenance tasks such as new tread construction, dry stone masonry, and lumber turnpike construction.

We are a small but inclusive crew with many years of experience and a fun-loving attitude. We work on 100 miles of recreational and regional trail systems that immerse you into the beautiful mountains and plains of Colorado. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we look forward to you joining our team!

This is a seasonal, hourly, non-benefited position.This position will typically work Tuesday - Friday 7:00am - 5:30pm with occasional Saturdays and evenings to accommodate volunteer event schedules. Advance notice will always be given when work hours differ from typical schedule.This position will work out of 5201 Saint Vrain Road Longmont, Colorado. Under Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) guidelines, this position is non-exempt (eligible for overtime).

Boulder County requires its employees to reside in the state of Colorado as of the first day of work.

Examples of Duties

• Lead and assist with volunteer projects related to trail construction or maintenance. Teach technical trail skills and safety to volunteers. At times, assist projects related to land management (grounds maintenance, noxious weeds, forestry, restoration, park building maintenance)
• Ability to work weekends spring through fall with advanced notice
• Support Volunteer Coordinators in preparing for volunteer events: Conduct tool inventories, prepare and distribute tools, materials, safety supplies, and communication devices. May be asked to drive a tool trailer following an in-house trailer training
• Performs construction and maintenance tasks on natural and improved surface trails with guidance from Trails staff
• Performs semi-skilled and some skilled duties in the operation of hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment, and vehicles
• Perform trail maintenance with little supervision in accordance with Boulder County Trails guidelines
• Conduct regular tool maintenance on crew and volunteer tools. Ensure cleanliness and organization of tool trailers and tool storage.
• Communicate tactfully and effectively with the public and coworkers, with excellent customer service skills. Demonstrate respect for all identities.
• Ability to stay engaged and motivate others with the task at hand
• Record project accomplishments daily and report back to Volunteer Coordinators
• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment including use of all required safety equipment
• May perform general maintenance and construction on other park facilities including trailheads and parking lots
• Performs related duties, as required
• May be reassigned in emergency situations

DO NOT apply through really. Once again, we will NOT contact you unless you fill out an application at the link below. Thank you!

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/boulder/jobs/4833032/seasonal-trails-technician-volunteer-project-leader?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $24.04 - $25.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $25