Brush Crew Foreman

Job DetailsJob Location: Purgatory Resort - DURANGO, CO 81301Position Type: SeasonalSalary Range: $28.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Brush Crew Foreman

General Purpose:

This position is responsible for leading and supervising the Brush Crew in vegetation management, trail corridor clearing, visibility improvement, and mountain maintenance projects. The Brush Crew Foreman oversees daily field operations, crew safety, equipment readiness, work quality, and project productivity while actively participating in field operations. This role requires strong leadership, organizational ability, and practical field knowledge in steep mountain terrain. The Foreman ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with department goals.

This is a seasonal position from 6/15/26 to 10/29/26. Dates are subject to change based on the availability of the applicant and needs of the business. This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. Also, eligible for 2026-2027 Winter Season Pass! For a full list of benefits visit

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Lead daily brush crew operations including project planning, worksite organization, and task delegation

Oversee vegetation clearing, brush cutting, trimming, and corridor maintenance projects

Conduct daily safety meetings and enforce PPE and safe equipment practices

Train and mentor crew members on brush saws, trimmers, hand tools, and operational procedures

Coordinate equipment, fuel, transportation, and jobsite logistics

Monitor work quality, pace, and team productivity

Evaluate terrain and environmental hazards to ensure safe crew movement and operation

Perform and oversee equipment and vehicle inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting

Support all Trails, Snowmaking, and construction crews as operational needs require

Communicate project updates and field conditions with supervisors

Assist in incident response and field problem-solving

Maintain accurate awareness of crew location, workload, and operational efficiency throughout the workday

Maintain accountability for crew attendance, readiness, and performance

Other Responsibilities:

Assist with hiring input, onboarding, and crew development

Support with trail construction, erosion control, revegetation, fencing, and infrastructure

Identify workflow improvements and efficiency opportunities

Help departmental planning and project coordination

Maintain high standards of professionalism, accountability, and team culture

Other duties as assigned

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Strong experience in landscaping, forestry, farming, construction, or outdoor labor, and hiking preferred.

This role requires:

Leadership and crew oversight ability

Strong situational awareness and hazard recognition

Effective communication and delegation

Organizational and logistical planning skills

Physical stamina and terrain competence

Mechanical familiarity with brush saws and small engine equipment

Strong initiative, accountability, and quality control

Additional strengths include initiative, accountability, memory, reasoning, professionalism, and leadership by example.

Special Certifications/Licensing:

Valid Driver’s License required

Preferred:

Brush saw / small engine operational experience

Chainsaw experience

OSHA or equipment safety certifications

Supervisory or leadership experience in outdoor labor, forestry, or construction

Education or Formal Training:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:

Minimum 1-2 years in related field strongly preferred

Previous crew leadership or foreman experience strongly preferred

Working Environment/Physical Activities:

99% of the workday is spent outdoors in a mountain forest environment, in changing weather conditions including but not limited to: extreme cold and heat, wind, snow, rain, thunder and lightning storms. 30% of the workday is spent standing and 60% is spent walking on uneven terrain. 10% of the workday is spent sitting.

Frequent balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, talking and listening, using near and far acuity depth perception, color and field of vision. Occasionally climbing, crawling, feeling, and smelling. Frequently lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally weighing up to 100lbs.