Trails Technician-Seasonal

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Seasonal Trails Technician to join our team for the upcoming season. This position plays a key role in maintaining and improving our trail system to ensure a safe, sustainable, and enjoyable experience for all users. The ideal candidate enjoys working outdoors in a physically demanding environment and takes pride in hands‑on, detail‑oriented work.

• Routine trail maintenance: repair of tread and drainage features, vegetation management, and general upkeep of trails and properties.
• Installation of signage, fencing, and trail amenities.
• Assist with small construction projects and light equipment operation and maintenance.
• Work independently and as part of a crew while following established safety procedures.
• Communicate regularly with coworkers and supervisors regarding progress and problems.
• Interface with the public, support volunteer stewardship activities, and engage with visitors.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Knowledge or strong desire to develop skills in plant identification, restoration, forestry, hydrology, or ecology.
• Practical outdoor work experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to safely drive large pickup trucks.
• Basic knowledge of natural resource management practices and procedures.
• Ability to operate hand tools and light equipment.
• Capability to work in adverse conditions (rain, extreme temperatures, insects, difficult terrain) for full days without regular amenities.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and flexibility to handle unexpected changes.
• Must be 16 years of age or older.

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, natural sciences, or a related field.
• Six months or more of field experience in natural resource management or similar work.
• Experience with computer applications (word processing, spreadsheets, GIS, GPS, databases).
• Leadership and motivational skills for small groups.
• Excellent observation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of invasive plant management.

• Primarily outdoors in various weather and environmental conditions; may involve hiking to job sites.
• Work locations include Salt Lake City’s Foothills Natural Area, Jordan River Parkway, City Creek, Red Butte Creek, Emigration Creek, Parleys Creek, and other city parks and greenways.
• Exposure to hazardous wildlife, off‑leash dogs, and potential interaction with unhoused populations.
• Moderately heavy physical activity required (pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting medium to heavy weights; standing or crawling in uncomfortable positions).

Position Type:
Seasonal (Full time). 40 hours per week. Salary: $20/hr – $21/hr.

• 95% city‑paid medical insurance
• Dental, vision, life insurance
• HSA with $1,000-$2,000 city contribution
• Wellness clinic for employees and families
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,000/year
• Retirement contributions (pension and/or 401(k))
• Discounted pet insurance, legal services, and more
• Paid leave: 12 vacation days, 12 paid holidays + 1 personal holiday, up to 80 hours personal leave annually, 6–12 weeks paid parental leave, bonus leave credit for eligible rehires and public sector transfers

Recruitment Team: 801‑535‑6699 or email careers

The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801‑535‑7900.

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