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Seasonal Trails and Open Space Assistant

City of Glenwood Springs
Glenwood, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 2/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/21/2025

Job code: 9709

Parks & Cemetery

Grade: PT60

Revised: 02/20/24

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Technician provides support to execute objectives related to trail and open space management as well as Department wide plans that support the City of Glenwood Springs strategic vision.

Perform entry level work in the stewardship of open spaces, trails, gardens, and associated public amenities. Daily duties will focus on the maintenance and improvement of City assets. Receives instruction and technical advice from the Trails and Open Space Supervisor. Individuals are expected to work in a safe and efficient manner. This position may require hiking or biking up to 4 hours per day, carrying a backpack and hand tools, and working outside in inclement weather and in mountainous terrain.

POSITION REPORTS TO: Trails & Open Space Supervisor

DIRECT REPORTS ASSIGNED: 0; non-supervisory position

JOB LOCATION: Parks Headquarters, 191 Soccer Field Rd, Glenwood Springs, CO

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CATEGORY: Part-time or Seasonal

HOURS: Seasonal FTE from May 1-October 31

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Maintenance and construction of natural surface and hardened trails as well as associated amenities using hand tools and mechanized equipment.

2. Skills related to current proficiency with safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used to maintain public trails including but not limited to City vehicles, ATV’s, trucks with trailers, skid steers, chainsaws, woodchippers, and other implements, utilizing City provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) or willing to learn and become proficient.

3. Vegetation management and control of noxious weeds, including general care of trees, shrubs, grasses, forbs as well as implementation of manual, chemical and biological weed control methods.

4. Understanding of ecological restoration and erosion control, including project planning, site preparation, fencing, seeding, planting, and aftercare.

5. Perform trashcan emptying, dog station maintenance, litter cleanup, graffiti removal, and other related duties as assigned.

6. Communicate and update co-workers and management of work progress and issues arising.

7. Report progress on daily or weekly work orders in City’s asset management system, VueWorks.

8. Snow removal when necessary.

9. Occasionally working after regularly scheduled hours to work alongside and lead volunteers through restoration or trail building projects.

10. Comfortable with working alone in backcountry situations.

OTHER DUTIES: The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

· Ability to follow direction and communicate effectively.

· Exhibit good customer service skills when engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

· Preparedness to learn new information and practice new skills.

· Ability to use computers and associated software applications.

· Ability to use initiative and be a self-starter when working alone, communicating openly about Trails and Open Space-related issues.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Necessary:

· Must be 18 years old or older

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.

· Experience in outdoor settings.

Desired:

· Bachelor’s degree, or course work leading to a degree, in Natural Resources Management or equivalent.

· Willingness to undertake State of Colorado pesticide applicator Certified Operator training.

· Willingness to undertake S-212 Wildland Fire Chainsaw training.

· Willingness to undergo Crew Leader Training through Roaring Fork Outdoor Volunteers (RFOV) to learn basic trail maintenance standards and leadership skills when working with volunteers.

NECESSARY PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position may require hiking up to 4 hours per day, carrying a backpack and hand tools, and working outside in inclement weather and in mountainous terrain.

Lifting

25-35 pounds frequently

50-75 pounds occasionally

Carrying:

25-35 pounds frequently

50-75 pounds occasionally

Pushing/Pulling:

25-35 pounds frequently

50-75 pounds occasionally

Driving:

frequently

Balance/Stoop/Bend:

frequently

Twist/Squat/Crouch:

frequently

Kneeling/Crawling:

occasionally

Climbing Stairs:

occasionally

Standing/Walking:

frequently

Climbing Ladders:

occasionally

Reaching above/below/at shoulder level:

frequently

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $24.34 - $26.78 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

  • Glenwood Springs, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $27

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