Job Opportunities

Available positions, internships, and volunteer opportunities

Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Trails)

Here's your chance to be part of the trails crew this Fall! Get hands on and contribute to the maintenance, construction and care of trails in the park.

Trail work is tough work, although very rewarding. Please understand that this position often requires heavy physical exertion, frequent bending, lifting, and using hand and power tools. Applicants should possess the ability to frequently walk up to 20 miles daily while carrying a loaded pack weighing up to 60 pounds; and must not have potential emergency medical problems that could complicate work in remote areas for extended periods of time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Have the ability to do the work of a Maintenance Worker (Trails) WG-05 without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT)

  • This includes work such as: tasks on a trail crew or group responsible for carrying out work on trails.

  • Constructing rock walls, water bars, and retainer bars.

  • Using chainsaws to cut wood or limb trees

  • Using jackhammers.

  • Volunteer experience and ICTAP/CTAP statement also required

WG 7 - $27.69 to $32.33 per hour

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is November through May but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: November 2025.

To Apply: click the button below or go to usajobs.gov and follow the instructions supplied.


Seasonal Maintenance Worker (Trails)

Here's your chance to be part of the trails crew this Fall! Get hands on and contribute to the maintenance, construction and care of trails in the park.

Trail work is tough work, although very rewarding. Please understand that this position often requires heavy physical exertion, frequent bending, lifting, and using hand and power tools. Applicants should possess the ability to frequently walk up to 20 miles daily while carrying a loaded pack weighing up to 60 pounds; and must not have potential emergency medical problems that could complicate work in remote areas for extended periods of time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Have the ability to do the work of a Maintenance Worker (Trails) WG-05 without more than normal supervision. (SCREEN OUT)

  • This includes work such as: tasks on a trail crew or group responsible for carrying out work on trails.

  • Constructing rock walls, water bars, and retainer bars.

  • Using chainsaws to cut wood or limb trees

  • Using jackhammers.

  • Volunteer experience and ICTAP/CTAP statement also required

WG5 - $24.67 to $28.78 per hour

The typical seasonal entry-on-duty period is November through May but can be variable during these months due to weather conditions, project needs, or funding. Anticipated Entry on Duty: November 2025.

To Apply: click the button below or go to usajobs.gov and follow the instructions supplied.


Thank you for your interest in working with SAMO Fund! All of our career opportunities are currently filled. Please consider volunteering or checking back later for potential openings!

Santa Monica Mountains Fund is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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