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Trail Maintenance - TEMP

FirstLight Power
United States, Massachusetts, Northfield
Feb 06, 2026
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Trail Maintenance - TEMP
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Title: Trail Maintenance - TEMP
ID: 1217
Department: Land / Recreation
Job Type: Non-exempt (hourly)
Position Type: Seasonal
Location: Northfield, MA
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About Us

FirstLight is a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company serving North America. With a diversified portfolio that includes over 1.65 GW of operating renewable energy and energy storage technologies and a development pipeline with 4+ GW of solar, battery, hydro, onshore wind and offshore wind projects, FirstLight specializes in hybrid solutions that pair hydroelectric, pumped-hydro storage (including Northfield Mountain, the largest energy storage facility in New England), utility-scale solar, large-scale battery, and wind assets. The company's mission is to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid by supporting the development, operation, and integration of renewable energy and storage to meet the world's growing clean energy needs and deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable. Based in Burlington, MA, with operating offices in Northfield, MA, New Milford, CT, Oshawa, ON, and Montreal, QC, FirstLight is a steward of more than 14,000 acres and hundreds of miles of shoreline along some of the most beautiful rivers and lakes in North America.



FirstLight is wholly owned by PSP Investments, one of Canada's largest pension investment managers. We have over 200 employees in Canada and the US with operations based in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Ontario and Quebec and our corporate headquarters are located in Burlington, MA.

We proudly serve our host communities and beyond through our clean energy assets, the recreation spaces we steward, the jobs we produce, and the economic benefit we deliver through our operations and charitable actions.

We are a team of caring, passionate professionals who are driven to deliver positive climate impact and to have fun while doing it! We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage people with diverse perspectives, skills and experiences to apply.



Position Detail:

We currently have an opening for a Trail Maintenance Temp at our Northfield, MA location.

This is a part-time, temporary role through approximately the end of March. Hours are 4:00 - 8:00 pm Tuesday through Saturday.


The Trail Maintenance Temp reports to the Sr. Manager, Recreation & Programming and will provide maintenance and upkeep to the cross country ski trails at the Northfield Visitor Center's XC ski operations.


Our ideal candidate possesses the experience, passion and energy to be a driving force in FirstLight's continued evolution to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid to meet the clean energy needs of tomorrow.


The compensation for this position is typically $23.00 per hour. The final compensation offered will depend on several factors that may include, but are not limited to, the type and years of relevant experience, industry-specific experience, relevant education/certifications and geographic location.


Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:



  • Ensure the safety of guests and employees by maintaining the highest standards of trail maintenance and safety;
  • Maintain skiing surfaces to the highest standards;
  • Minimize down time of trails through preventative maintenance and upkeep of machinery;
  • Perform general labor tasks associated with trail work and ski operations;
  • Communicate regularly and clearly with staff and follow directions accurately;
  • Operate snowmobiles along trails to perform duties;
  • Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned;
  • Comply with FirstLight policies and procedures.


Job Qualifications / Skills


  • High School diploma or equivalent;
  • Must be at least 18 years old;
  • Must have clean, valid driver's license;
  • Experience with operating machinery;
  • Experience operating snowmobiles and snowcats;
  • 2A Hoister license preferred, but not required;
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills;
  • Strong reading and writing skills and ability interpret and follow strict safety procedures;
  • Ability to meet highest attendance requirements;
  • Willingness to work evenings, weekends and holidays;
  • Strong teamwork experience.

Physical Requirements



  • Will be exposed to a variety of weather conditions such as snow, extreme cold and rain;
  • Ability to be physically mobile and able to walk, stand, sit, reach, push/pull, climb, bend, stoop, kneel or crouch prolonged periods including climbing on and off snowmobiles and vehicles;
  • Must be able to walk up and down flights of stairs, ladders, and ramps, balance, work on uneven and slippery surfaces, work in close quarters and carry up to 100 lbs.


Why Work for FirstLight?

We consider our employees to be our most valuable resource and we strive to provide a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace. FirstLight embraces a company-wide commitment to recruit, develop, and retain a dedicated, diverse, and engaged workforce that is motivated to be ever better both professionally and personally.

Joining the FirstLight Team is an opportunity to experience a unique and exciting culture.

FirstLight provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, FirstLight complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

FirstLight's values are:

Respect - Integrity - Safety - Excellence - Innovation - Team

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