Join our team
Must like trail dogs.
Why work with us?
Passion for the sport
Work alongside fellow mountain biking enthusiasts who are as passionate about the sport as you are. We ride what we build!
Outdoor office
Work with us in beautiful natural settings in the Mountain West and beyond.
Work-life balance
We value time on the trails as much as time on the job. Enjoy flexible schedules and generous time off to ride and recharge.
Make an impact
Create trails that will be enjoyed by thousands of riders for decades to come, leaving a lasting legacy in the mountain biking community.
Great benefits
Competitive pay, paid time off, and industry perks including pro deals on bikes and gear.
Trail Crew 2026
About Dirt Tek Trails: At Dirt Tek Trails, our mission is to build world-class trails that last — trails that ride better, drain smarter, and reflect the unique character of every landscape we touch. From rugged high alpine ridgelines to desert mesas and reclaimed lands, we design and construct purpose-built systems that balance flow, challenge, and longevity. Our crew brings precision, passion, and grit to every project — earning trust by staying on schedule, building to spec, and leaving behind trails that speak for themselves.
Position Description: Trail crew members work outdoors daily alongside machine operators. Supporting the machine operators, the trail crew member will primarily clear trees and brush, rake, compact, and finish the trail behind the machine. Occasionally, projects require full hand-built trail construction. Team members will be trained in proper tool use, project techniques, and trail-building skills. Training topics may include advanced chainsaw use, hand tool use, and trail finishing techniques. This position involves frequent travel, irregular hours, and a varying weekly schedule, with possible unpaid time off between projects.
Schedule: This is a full-time, seasonal commitment. Hours and schedules may vary, and there is an opportunity to work 30-50 hours per week and travel extensively. Dirt Tek projects typically fall within Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico, with the 2026 season set to start in Durango in March.
Compensation
The pay rate is commensurate with experience. Hourly rate ranges from $25 to $33
Paid travel between projects during the season
Shared Airbnb-style housing provided
PTO accrued at the rate of .05 per hour worked (approximately 1 day/month at 40 hours/week)
401k benefit with employer match after one year of employment
A season completion bonus paid at the end of the 2026 build season, or December 1.
$300 annual work apparel and gear stipend
Outdoor professional discounts available for gear purchases.
Major Functions Responsibilities may include:
Driving/riding an ATV safely on the project site
Managing tools and equipment on the project site
Running a chainsaw to cut trees
Raking and packing dirt
Running a plate compactor
Lopping brush
Supporting carpentry work for wood structures
Rock work
Heavy equipment operation
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Other Requirements
Must be physically fit and able to move objects up to 50 lbs
Willingness to learn Dirt Tek-specific techniques and procedures in trail building.
Flexibility, positive attitude, and professionalism at every turn.
A genuine desire to travel, work on the road, and be outside all day.
Cleanliness and respectfulness in community living and cohabitating with co-workers
Working Conditions & Physical Demands Trail building requires stamina and the ability to negotiate rough, uneven, and often steep terrain while carrying tools, equipment, and a heavy daypack. Trail work is frequently physically challenging and involves all elements. Regular use of heavy tools and machinery, and lifting 50 pounds, is required. All tools are provided, but each team member must bring proper gear.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.