Work outside maintaining trails in Glacier National Park!

Swan Mountain Outfitters Glacier Division operates 4 horseback riding locations; 3 located in Glacier National Park and one in West Glacier which rides into Flathead National Forest. Our trail crew is a small team responsible for maintaining these trails for use by us and the public.

Current CPR and Wilderness First Aid certifications preferred.

Our season runs from May - September. 
Housing not provided.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities
Trail crew works 4 days a week, either Thursday-Sunday or Saturday-Tuesday. 8-10 hours a day. 

Tasks include:

• Walking the trails and alerting management of any concerns

• Clearing drains

• Maintaining corridor per NPS standards

• Mitigate braiding

• Trail clearing

• Invasive species removal

• May assist packers in trail projects involving mules

• May assist maintenance and corral staff in various projects

Qualifications
Applicants should have experience performing trail work at the state or federal level (eg.USFS, Conservation Corps, etc.)

We are looking for someone who:

• Is competent with a chainsaw

• Is comfortable working alone in a backcountry setting

• Has great communication skills

• Can stay on task while working alone

• Can identify problems in the field and act appropriately to fix them

• Loves working outside in varying conditions