Trail Crew Leader

About UsTHOR is the International Mountain Biking Association Chapter for Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa. Founded in 1996, THOR builds and maintains natural surface trails and trail systems in Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa through agreements with cities, states, and other public and private land managers. THOR is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.We strongly encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply for this position.SummaryA Trail Crew Leader has the primary role of helping inspect, maintain, and build natural surface trails while helping plan, schedule, and deploy Trail Crew staff and appropriate tools and resources collaboratively with the Trail Crew Director. No less important, a Trail Crew Leaders secondary role is helping teach and support THORs trail education programs for volunteers, land managers, and communities in coordination with the Community Director and other THOR staff.This full-time role is typically expected to work 40 hours per week outdoors and will work directly with the Trail Crew Director to ensure alignment of weekly and monthly goals, inspections, and land manager requests. The Trail Crew Leaders work requires leveraging technology, including computers, mobile devices, general and specialized software, and ensuring data accuracy. A Trail Crew Leader will communicate direction to full-time and seasonal Trail Crew members when questions arise in the field.THOR is a community-driven non-profit seeking to meet the needs of riders, runners, hikers, and other trail users alongside our land manager and other partners, including states, cities, and other community organizations. Trail Crew members improve our trails and serve as ambassadors to the community and our partners.Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe Trail Crew Leader executes trail maintenance, operation, and inspection plans with the Trails Crew Director and the Trail Crew. Complete and document trail inspections, open or close trails as necessary for safety or maintenance, rectify minor maintenance issues, or submit requests for more significant trail work and / or maintenance.Mow, weed eat, prune tree branches, and rake trails of debris.Install trail signage.Adhere to best practices as defined by THOR / IMBA in alignment with land manager requirements, including grade dips, nicks, and proper trail grades.Maintain and educate others on techniques for building and maintaining dirt jumps and natural features. Operate powered lawn care equipment, including chainsaws, mowers, weed trimmers, mini-excavators, skid steers, and plate compactors.

• Every effort has been made to make this description of duties as complete as possible. However, it does not state or imply that these are the only duties required of the position.Required Education & Qualifications : High School Graduate Valid Drivers License Background checkReliable transportationAbility to work in a labor-intensive environment under adverse conditionsAbility to lift over 75 poundsBasic knowledge of landscaping toolsPreferred Education & Qualifications : Proficiency in riding a mountain bikeAn eye for detail and quality trail constructionKnowledge of dirt feature forming and maintenance, including grades and drainageExperience in landscaping workExperience operating mechanized equipment such as small tractors, track loaders, or small excavators Experience using general lawn equipmentAble to be physically active all dayStrong Applicants Will Have : Professional, outgoing, positive, energetic, and pursuing a community-oriented approachExperienced with managing small production teamsInterested and capable of teaching skills to other team members and volunteersAble to work independently and be a team playerA creative problem solverAble to work effectively with a wide range of peoplePatient, flexible, and adaptable to task scheduling and changes in prioritiesAccountable for work hours, project documentation, and work-related expensesInterested in learning more about the craft of trail constructionWork EnvironmentTHOR is a dynamic, remotely distributed team that serves the community at varying times, including occasional weekend or evening hours, to support our programs or monitor or respond to social media activity during key events or campaigns. We are a task, result, and impact-oriented, individually responsible team focused on continuous creativity and iterative improvement. We do not have a fixed schedule, although the entire team is generally available for each other and the public we serve during typical working days and times.This is a remote position; however, the candidate must be located in Greater Omaha-Metro of Nebraska to support local trail promotions, attend community events, participate in in-person team meetings, and collaborate effectively with the team. While much of the work can be done remotely, a strong local presence is essential for engaging with the community and ensuring successful on-the-ground initiatives.CompensationThe salary is $45,000 per year and includes THORs benefits package, which includes an annual bonus, a 5% 403(b) contribution, unlimited vacation, a $50 / month phone stipend, and mileage reimbursement.How to ApplySubmit an application and resume with references through the THOR Job Board.Equal Opportunity EmployerTHOR's policy ensures and promotes equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. THOR prohibits discrimination against any individual or group based on race, religion, national origin, disability, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

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Salary : $45,000