Trail Crew Technician

Resort Overview

Sugarbush Resort is a year‑round destination offering some of the best skiing and riding in the east, an award‑winning ski school, golf, disc golf, an array of dining venues, and a fully appointed Health and Recreation Center. Do you want to join an all‑star team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled guest experience? Make this your best season yet by joining the team at Sugarbush and taking advantage of everything Vermont has to offer.

Seasonal positions are available during the resort’s summer and winter seasons. Employees work a schedule of four 10‑hour days, Monday through Thursday, 6:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Sugarbush Resort is looking for Trail Crew Technical staff to assist with cutting and maintaining Sugarbush’s trail network. This position will also assist in other resort projects as required. The Trail Crew Technician is a laborer who ideally loves the outdoors and will assist a Trail Crew Technician Lead in clearing brush as it is cut. The role is full‑time seasonal until the end of October, with a starting wage of $18.50 per hour.

Our investment in each employee includes a comprehensive wellness initiative, unwavering commitment to safety, growth opportunities, and a wide variety of resort benefits. Employees get to take advantage of our 4,000+ acre playground including skiing, golf, mountain activities, health club membership, resort discounts, and more, so it’s easy to share your enthusiasm for Sugarbush with our guests.

• Clear, mark, and maintain trails using hand and power tools (shovels, rakes, chainsaws, weed whackers, brush cutters) in compliance with Sugarbush Safety Policies.
• Rake, fertilize, seed, and mulch terrain when necessary.
• Install and maintain drainage ditches and culverts on trails.
• Build and maintain wooden structures as required.
• Operate ATV safely and responsibly to and from work sites.
• Load and unload equipment and materials from vehicles and trailers.
• Communicate with management and coworkers on project specifications and timelines.
• Maintain tools and notify management of required repairs.
• May be required to train and work with specialized equipment and tools.
• Assist in other resort projects.
• Interact with guests to provide service, solicit feedback, or enforce safety policies.

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Must have experience with power tools such as chainsaws or brush cutters.
• Must be able to lift above shoulder level, use hands for grasping and manipulating for long periods, and perform very heavy work involving exertion of in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and lesser weights more often.
• Must be able to work outside in various weather conditions (rain, snow, wind, cold, and/or heat).
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to stand on uneven ground, move quickly and efficiently to different worksites on foot or equipment including snowmobiles and ATVs, and climb stairs and/or ladders.
• Must be able to communicate effectively on the telephone, 2‑way radios, and in person.
• Must have excellent vision or use of prescribed lenses.
• Must have exceptional manual dexterity and hand‑eye coordination.

Equal Opportunity Employer. An offer of employment may be contingent upon the results of a background, MVR, or criminal records check.