Seasonal
Trail Jobs
The Pacific Northwest Trail Association is currently seeking applications.

Performance Trail Crews help build and maintain the PNT, one of America’s newest and wildest national scenic trails. Trail crew members spend the summer working outdoors traveling to worksites in spectacular wild places across the Northwest. Learn more about our Performance Trail Crew Program here. Or find other job and volunteer opportunities at the Pacific Northwest Trail Association.

We typically conduct interviews for crew leaders from January–May, and crew members from February–June, and respond to applicants until all positions are filled for the upcoming season. Any applications received after those timeframes, or after all positions are filled, are rolled over for consideration for the next season.

The Pacific Northwest Trail Association is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Learn more about trail crew jobs and volunteer opportunities in this video.

The Pacific Northwest Trail Association is now accepting applications for seasonal Trail Crew Leaders and Assistant Crew Leaders.

The PNTA is looking for dedicated environmental stewards with a passion for education and working with young people. Crew Leaders must have a strong desire to actively engage in a field-based, trails program that will train, challenge and support participants’ in their work and professional development.

This is an opportunity to protect and enhance America’s newest and wildest national scenic trail, work in spectacular settings and do challenging and meaningful work by providing valuable life experiences for the next generation of outdoor leaders.

Learn more about our Performance Trail Crews.

Performance Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Eastern Washington)
Station: Kettle Falls, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Assistant Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Eastern Washington)
Station: Kettle Falls, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Assistant Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Performance Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Western Washington, Pasayten Wilderness)
Station: Winthrop, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Assistant Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Western Washington, Pasayten Wilderness)
Station: Winthrop, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Assistant Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Performance Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (North Cascades, Puget Sound, Olympic Peninsula)
Station: Sedro-Woolley, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

Apply Today
Assistant Crew Leader

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (North Cascades, Puget Sound, Olympic Peninsula)
Station: Sedro-Woolley, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

Assistant Crew Leaders are responsible for managing teams of 3-6 youth and young adults on trail maintenance projects in the backcountry which last up to ten days. Some projects may involve working with volunteers or working in the frontcountry. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Performance Trail Crew Member Positions

The Pacific Northwest Trail Association will begin applications in January for seasonal crew member jobs for our Performance Trail Crews.

This is an opportunity to help build and maintain America’s newest and wildest National Scenic Trail, and to unplug and spend the summer working outdoors traveling to spectacular wild places.

Learn more about our Performance Trail Crews here.

Learn more about trail crew member job and volunteer opportunities in this video.

Crew Member

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Northeast and Central Washington)
Station:  Kettle Falls
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: Mid-June – Mid-August

Performance Trail Crew Members spend the summer outdoors discovering our scenic public lands while working on the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT). They are fully compensated for their work and get trained to build and maintain trails while camping out under the stars.

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Crew Member

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Northeast and Central Washington)
Station:  Winthrop
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: Mid-June – Mid-August

Performance Trail Crew Members spend the summer outdoors discovering our scenic public lands while working on the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT). They are fully compensated for their work and get trained to build and maintain trails while camping out under the stars.

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Crew Member

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Northeast and Central Washington)
Station:  Sedro-Woolley
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: Mid-June – Mid-August

Performance Trail Crew Members spend the summer outdoors discovering our scenic public lands while working on the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT). They are fully compensated for their work and get trained to build and maintain trails while camping out under the stars.

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WBL Crew Member

Region of Work:  Pacific Northwest (Montana, Idaho or Washington)
Type: Full-time, temporary, seasonal position
Dates: May – October
Positions Available:  TBD
Recruitment begins:  March 1st
Interviews begin:  April 1st

Work-based learning students construct and maintain the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (PNT) and adjacent trails using manual tools and sometimes mechanized equipment. During the experience, trail crews camp near their worksites in developed campgrounds, or dispersed front or backcountry settings.

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Technical Advisor

Region of Work:  Western Washington
Station: Sedro-Woolley, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

A PNTA Technical Advisor works with trail crews in the field, providing project-specific guidance and hands-on technical assistance, and upholding quality control and safety standards. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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Technical Advisor

Region of Work:  Eastern Washington
Station: Kettle Falls, WA
Type: Full-time, seasonal position
Dates: May-September

A PNTA Technical Advisor works with trail crews in the field, providing project-specific guidance and hands-on technical assistance, and upholding quality control and safety standards. The season typically runs from May-September but may be shorter or longer depending on weather and funding.

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