City of Boulder
Government
TrailsAssistantCrewLead
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Trails Assistant Crew Lead at City of Boulder. Skills: Trail construction, Trail maintenance, Crew leadership. Support direction of crew member staff activities. Help plan daily work plans”
What You'll Achieve.
Meet department goals
Industry & Context.
Independent judgment
Work in adverse weather, Work in outdoor environment, Potential exposure to dangerous wildlife, Potential exposure to toxic chemicals, Potential exposure to dangerous plants, Potential exposure to dangerous weather, Work in an indoor setting, Lift 50 pounds, Lift up to 150 pounds with assistance, Hike on rough terrain
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Ability to work in adverse weather, Ability to stay cool under pressure, Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, Ability to effectively communicate ideas, Ability to represent the City of Boulder with integrity, Ability to prepare effective written reports, Ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse groups, Ability to deal courteously with the public, Ability to rely on experience, training, and independent judgment, Ability to work under stress, Ability to operate computer equipment, Ability to operate a motor vehicle, Ability to operate mechanized equipment, Ability to operate trailers, Ability to perform trail construction, Ability to perform trail maintenance, Ability to install infrastructure, Ability to maintain infrastructure, Ability to perform carpentry, Ability to use hand tools, Ability to use power tools, Ability to lift 50 pounds, Ability to lift up to 150 pounds with assistance, Ability to hike on rough terrain, Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, Sufficient manual dexterity
What You'll Do.
Support direction of crew member staff activities
Help plan daily work plans
Help develop daily work plans
Help relay daily work plans
Ensure directions are being followed
Provide work leadership to crew members
Provide work leadership to other work crews
Train crew members in essential skills
Train other work crews in essential skills
Remain alert to conditions
Remain alert to events
Anticipate needed actions
Report needs to supervisor
Conduct daily safety briefings
Perform necessary training for crew members
Coordinate necessary training for crew members
Write equipment maintenance protocols
Ensure crews are conducting work efficiently
Ensure crews are conducting work effectively
Ensure crews are conducting work safely
Ensure crews are conducting work legally
Anticipate unsafe circumstances
Take precautions to prevent accidents
Resolve conflicts among crew members
Maintain a positive team environment
Refer issues to immediate supervisor
Perform routine maintenance on trail
Perform cyclic maintenance on trail
Perform specialized maintenance on trail
Perform repair on trail
Perform reconstruction on trail
Perform construction on trail
Perform maintenance on related structures
Perform repair on related structures
Perform reconstruction on related structures
Perform construction on related structures
Perform maintenance on related facilities
Perform repair on related facilities
Perform reconstruction on related facilities
Perform construction on related facilities
Perform path improvements
Perform maintenance on paths
Perform carpentry on trails
Use associated equipment
Operate specialized equipment
Use specialized equipment
Organize tools in the field
Maintain tools in the field
Organize equipment in the field
Maintain equipment in the field
Perform general upkeep of tools
Perform general upkeep of materials
Coordinate trail fieldwork
Perform trail fieldwork
Coordinate short-term deliverables
Perform short-term deliverables
Work as part of a team
Conduct assigned responsibilities within the program
Meet department goals
Perform trail maintenance
Perform trail construction
Perform trail replacement
Conduct project related outreach
Implement identified management practices
Monitor trail conditions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Crew member staff; Trail crew; Work crews; Employees; Departments; Governmental agencies; The public; Project partners
Communication Scope
Communicate ideas; Communicate concerns; Communicate effectively; Deal courteously with public
Full Job Description
It’s a great time to join the City of Boulder! **Application Deadline:** June 17, 2026 **Compensation Details:** Full Pay Range 22.98 - 33.32 Generally, the hiring range is from the minimum up to 80% of the range.This is a full-time hourly position. **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Benefit Eligibility Group:** Seasonal Traditional Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the [Employee Benefit Eligibility](http://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbouldercolorado.gov%2Fmedia%2F13476%2Fdownload%3Finline&data=05%7C02%7CMichaelE%40bouldercolorado.gov%7Cf04fb36accc74aac725b08dc0d80ccbd%7C0a7f94bb40af4edcafad2c1af27bc0f3%7C0%7C0%7C638400094048244561%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=YPmIfk%2F2rjHi%2Ft3HIpoggfRzgS2pBiDma1OMEZRq104%3D&reserved=0) document to identify the benefits offered for this job. **Job Description Summary:** Under general supervision, emphasizes and involves a variety of knowledge and abilities in the field of trail construction and maintenance including installation and maintenance of related infrastructure, carpentry, and operation of a motor vehicle, mechanized equipment and trailers. The Trails Assistant Crew Lead is expected to perform trail construction and maintenance under minimal supervision from the Crew Lead. Trails Assistant Crew Leads will assume leadership of trail crew in absence of the Trail Crew Lead. The position will assist the Trail Crew Lead in training and directing the work of people in the Crew Member position, Jr. Rangers, Ready to Work, youth corps., volunteers, and other groups and individuals assigned to trail projects. **Job Description:** **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** * Supports direction of crew member staff activities for the Trail program. * Helps Trail Crew Lead plan, develop, and relay daily work plans for trail crew and ensures that directions are being followed. * Assists the Trail Crew Lead in prov
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