Trail Technician

U S National Whitewater Center • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Trail Building Technicians at the Whitewater Center are responsible for sustaining and developing the Trail System. The Whitewater Center conserves and maintains 1,300 acres of land in Charlotte, NC with over 30 miles of developed, mixed-use trails. This is an on-site, full-time, hourly, benefits eligible position that reports directly to the Trail Maintenance Manager.

Requirements

• Experience in trail maintenance and conservation.
• Proficiency working with a variety of trade tools – shovels, picks, McLeods, rakes, axes, Pulaskis, various types of saws (e.g., pole, hand etc.), loppers, chisels, sledgehammers, single jacks, rock bars, measuring tapes, levels, squares, ropes, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret documents with strong attention to detail – e.g., safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and other manuals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during Whitewater events as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of trail maintenance and construction as assigned by the Trail Maintenance Manager.
• Responsibilities include building of new segments of mixed-use trail as well as performing rehabilitation and restoration on existing trail.
• Clean, repair, and construct drainage systems.
• Help with the installation of log and rock retainer bars and steps.
• Construct and inspect bridges and other man-made elements.
• Maintain trail features such as causeways, riprap and rock armor structures, and cribbing trail tread.
• Comply with department and company policies including standards for work quality, safety, and operations.
• Regularly assist the Race Manager and Events team with the planning, preparation, and execution of trail races and events.
• Assist other teams with projects and assignments as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Access to the Whitewater Center’s pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time