Seasonal Trails Maintenance

Seasonal Trail Maintenance Laborer

Wyoming's State Parks, Historic Sites, and Trails Division's Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) Program is looking to hire seasonal trail maintenance laborers for the summer of 2026. These workers will provide important summer season services for the State ORV Trails Program.

The major employment season is May through October 2026. However, some positions may start earlier and end later in the season. The work will be statewide, but based out of Lander.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
• And MUCH MORE!

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Essential Functions: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.

• Drive to trail locations and use different types of ORV equipment to travel to project locations.
• Assist in the maintenance and construction of over 625 miles of ORV trails and over 5500 miles of ORV enrolled roads.
• Includes trail construction equipment operation while improving trail condition and longevity, controlling erosion and adverse impacts to sensitive terrain, and providing access to Wyoming's public lands to ensure good user experiences for recreational enthusiasts.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of ORV trail equipment and tools.

Preferences/Agency Requirements:

• **Must have a valid driver's license.
• **Must be at least 18 years of age.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge and ability to safely operate all types of ORV's
• Knowledge and experience in the safe operation of all types of bumper pull and gooseneck trailers, including proper hookup, backing, and tie-down of many types of loads.
• Knowledge and ability to use hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Skill and experience in problem-solving and handling many priorities.
• Knowledge and experience in juggling multiple priorities and working independently.
• Knowledge of reading weather patterns.

Minimum Qualifications:

None - See "Preferences"

Physical Working Conditions:

• Work outside in all weather conditions with minimal protection from the elements.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds, with or without assistance.

Notes:

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Seasonal positions require irregular hours of work, including weekends, holidays, and evenings.
• Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices.