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Laborer (Trails) (Seasonal)

National Park Service

Cherokee, NC · internship · Entry

$19 – $22 / hour

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This seasonal role involves physically demanding trail construction and maintenance work in parks, including clearing brush, building drainage systems, moving heavy materials, and operating power tools. It suits people seeking outdoor seasonal work who are physically fit and comfortable working with hand and power tools in variable weather conditions.

Our summary, not National Park Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • Physical fitness to perform very heavy labor
  • Ability to work without more than normal supervision
  • Ability to interpret written instructions
  • Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
  • Safe work practices
  • Dexterity and hand-eye coordination

Nice to have

  • Experience with trail maintenance or construction
  • Experience with heavy equipment operation

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