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THE CRESTED BUTTE SOUTH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION is seeking part-time buildings and grounds maintenance personnel. This position is responsible for maintenance activities for all association grounds, equipment, buildings, and fields. Work will include general maintenance of all kinds, including ice maintenance, grooming the Nordic track, weeding, mowing, painting, landscaping, and cleaning of facilities. Applicant must be able to work in adverse weather conditions, lift heavy objects, and work independently with little supervision. This is an hourly position that assumes a 20-hour workweek, flexible scheduling is available. Pay will be $22-$24 per hour DOE. Please email Derek Harwell, [email protected] with a resume and letter of interest or call 970-349-1162 with any questions. (3/14/113).
RECREATION & CONSERVATION RANGER The Recreation and Conservation Ranger will provide recreational users with information about safe and sustainable outdoor recreation; will assist Crested Butte Land Trust staff with maintenance, monitoring and improvements on conserved open spaces and recreation sites; and will conduct and compile surveys of recreational users. The Recreation and Conservation Ranger will possess a diplomatic and engaging character, will enjoy communicating with land users with diverse points of view, and will be comfortable working outdoors in variable weather conditions. The position entails walking long distances and standing for long periods of time in natural areas on a daily basis, and will require regular physical labor, for example trail building, fence repair, and noxious weed control. This is a seasonal (appx. May 31-August 15) full-time (40 hours/week) position based in Crested Butte, Colorado reporting to CBLT’s Stewardship Director. For more information about the Crested Butte Land Trust, please visit www.cblandtrust.org. A Cover Letter and Resume must be submitted to [email protected] by April 1, 2025. The Crested Butte Land Trust is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Pay rate: $21-23 /hour. (3/21/205).
HIRING EVENING/NIGHT TIME RESTAURANT MANAGER New locally owned restaurant opening mid May 2025 – looking for experienced management – starting $30 an hour with salaried long term option + profit share. Please email [email protected]. (3/28/33).
ADAPTIVE SPORTS CENTER SUMMER INSTRUCTOR The Adaptive Sports Center is seeking qualified adaptive instructors to facilitate exceptional adaptive sport and recreation activities for the 2025 Summer Season. Pay ranges from $21-$30/hour based on experience. Benefits for full time seasonal staff include pro-forms, certification and membership dues, exam reimbursement, paid sick days, 5-day stipend, and a 401(k) match. More information and summer application is at https://www.adaptivesports.org/careers. (3/28/70).
TOP TIER CONSTRUCTION is hiring roofers and roof laborers. No experience necessary. Will train. Competitive pay. 970-209-2918. (3/14/17).
THE TOWN OF MT. CRESTED BUTTE is looking for a full time, year around, parks worker. This position has a wide range of duties from landscaping, maintaining playgrounds, cleaning up after events, installing and repairing sprinkler systems, operating chain saws, vehicles, power and hand tools, light equipment such as skid steer and lawn mowers, snow removal in the winter with hand shoveling, ice picking and using a bob cat. For a full job description please go to www.mtcb.colorado.gov. Schedule is 4 – 10 hours days with one weekend day in the winter required. Overtime is required based on weather and snow storms. Must have a seven-year clean driving record, the ability to obtain your flagger certification, safety lift 80 pounds, good customer service, communication and team work skills, ability to work outside in the winter and summer for an extended period of time. Starting pay is between $44,000 and $66,000, depending on experience. The Town offers an amazing benefit package with paid health, vision and dental insurance for you and your family, 401(1) or pension plan, 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, wellness program and more. Contact Addison Ives at [email protected] with any questions. To apply email your resume, cover letter and three references to Tiffany O’Connell at [email protected]. (3/14/213).
SEEKING AN OPERATIONS COORDINATOR for the Center for the Arts to manage events, lead staff, and provide artist hospitality. $27-$32/hour, 20-30 hours/week peak season. Responsibilities include theater transitions, artist relations, and event execution. Full job description available at crestedbuttearts.org. Apply by March 21, 2025 with resume and references to [email protected]. (3/21/54).
ROCKY MOUNTAIN TREES & LANDSCAPING now hiring for the summer season. Come join a team who’s deeply rooted in the Gunnison valley. Visit https://rockymountaintrees.com/employment/ to view available positions. (4/25/29).
CUSTOM HOME BUILDER HIRING CARPENTERS Seaking full time employees with framing/ general carpenty skills. Excellent pay based on experience. Email resume to [email protected] or call 720-341-6790. (3/14/27).
JOIN THE KINDNESS TEAM IN TOWN Favor The Kind Crested Butte is hiring summer sales associates! Please email your resume to [email protected] to apply. (3/14/25).
RAFTING AND FISHING GUIDES: Have your best summer on the rivers with 3 Rivers Outfitting in Almont. Get certified to raft or float fish guide in our Raft Guide Course May 19-30. The fee is $450 and includes all gear plus may be refundable if hired for full time seasonal work. The Fly-Fishing Guide School offers training to become a professional fly-fishing guide, May 12-16. Both courses are open to the public even if you do not intend to guide commercially. Family owned and operated since 1983! Visit 3riversresort.com/employment or email [email protected] for more information. (3/14/97).
GRAPHIC DESIGNER/PRINT SPECIALIST Dove Graphics in Gunnison seeks creative professional with Adobe Suite expertise for design, file preparation, and hands-on print production. Computer skills essential; will train on printing equipment. Friendly, flexible team player needed. 25-30 hrs/week. $20-25/hr DOE. Apply: www.dovegraphics.net. (3/21/44).
OFFICE MANAGER $26/hour plus benefits, insurance stipend, retirement, ski pass, PTO. Full Time, Year Round. Please send resume to PR Property Management: [email protected] or call 970.349.6281. (3/14/28).
PART-TIME YEAR ROUND: Seeking 2 assistants for my retail location at Colorado Real Soap Company on Elk Ave. Package/label products, assist customers. $20/hour, bonuses. Send resumes to [email protected]. Retail or customer service experience required. (4/4/37).
ARE YOU READY FOR A SUMMER OF FUN AND FLOWERS? Do you have experience working outside and playing in the dirt? Then join our terrific team this Summer at Keep it Green Landscape Design! Experience is not necessary but highly appreciated. We are looking to hire early in the Spring to train for several Positions. Great wages! Contact us at 970-275-6947 or at [email protected]. (3/21/65).
CARPENTER WANTED for small construction company in Crested Butte South. Minimum 2 years experience, tools, and vehicle are required. Pay is dependent on experience, $30/hour minimum. Please send resume and at least 3 references to [email protected] or call Skip at 970-930-7119, or Clay at 303-810-9045. (3/14/47).
HIRING PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HELPER. Handy person/someone to get the job done. Building maintenance and repairs/ odd jobs/ handy person/ some wood rot repair work/ some painting/ snow removal in the winter. Ground shoveling with a roof shoveling side hustle. Roof snow removal paid more per hour. Work is in Crested Butte, Colorado. Pay $30 an hour starting. Email resume to [email protected] or text 970-975-0615 . (3/14/67).
TOAD PROPERTY MANAGEMENT is seeking dynamic individuals to join our property management and maintenance team. Year round and seasonal maintenance positions available for someone with a strong attention to detail, hard work ethic and passionate about career growth. Maintenance duties are subject, but not limited to operating our snow cats, shoveling, irrigation, lawn care and general maintenance. TOAD offers competitive pay, ski passes, HOUSING AVAILABLE. To submit your resume, please go to ToadPropertyManagement.com/employment. (3/14/74).
LITTLE RED SCHOOLHOUSE in CB South is hiring a part time teacher! This position is with 4 year olds and there is lots of potential to sub in other classrooms to create a full time position. This is a wonderful family environment with fabulous kids and teachers! Creativity, flexibility, and calmness under pressure are traits that help with success in this job. Multiple ways to grow in the field. Great pay, huge benefits, and year round stable employment. Please inquire with resume and interest letter to [email protected]. (3/14/88).
THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is hiring a Building Inspector/Energy Efficiency Analyst to join the Community Development team. This position will ensure building code compliance, review plans and permits, manage energy efficiency programs, and enforce building regulations. Candidates with construction management experience may qualify for a higher-grade role involving design, planning, and construction management support for Town facilities. Must have or be able to obtain ICC Residential Building Inspector certification within one year with the ability to earn additional certifications. The hiring range for this position is $67,105 – $80,526 (Base), or $73,815 – $88,578 (With Construction Management). This year-round position includes an excellent benefits package with 100% employer paid health, dental, vision, life insurance, and contribution to retirement plan after one year of employment. Full job description is available on the Town’s website at www.townofcrestedbutte.com. Please submit application, cover letter, and resume via email to [email protected]. Position is open until filled. The Town of Crested Butte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (3/14/162).
POLICE OFFICER Town of Mt. Crested Butte Police Dept. Full-time $69,876-$90,828/yr. – Performs general law enforcement duties to protect the lives and property of the residents and visitors of the Town of Mt. Crested Butte by enforcing laws and ordinances, preventing, solving and detecting crimes, assisting with emergency services and maintaining peace and order. POST Certification preferred but not required. Opportunity for financial aid for housing. Employer paid health, vision and dental for employee and dependents. For more info go to www.mtcb.colorado.gov/employement or call 970-349-6516. (4/18/87).
DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT: The Development Assistant will support Crested Butte Land Trust’s fundraising and outreach efforts, communications, data entry, and event coordination. This role will also help with marketing and general administrative tasks, including maintaining records and supporting donor campaigns. The Development Assistant will be detail-oriented, creative, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This is a seasonal (appx. May 1-Sept 30) part-time (appx 10-20 hours/week) position with flexible work hours primarily Monday through Friday with some weekends. This position is based on Crested Butte, CO and reports to the Development Manager. For more information about the Crested Butte Land Trust, please visit www.cblandtrust.org. Cover letter and resume must be submitted to [email protected] by March 30, 2025. The Crested Butte Land Trust is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Pay rate: $21-23/hour DOE. (3/28/167).
LINE COOK WANTED The Hideout, Crested Butte. Immediate Opening: Join us for the remainder of winter season (through March) with opportunity to continue through summer season! Seeking a passionate cook to join our creative kitchen family! We’re known for our innovative Asian-fusion cuisine and are looking for the right team member who shares our commitment to excellent food and great vibes. Pay: \$20-25/hour (based on experience) REQUIRED: 2+ years line cooking experience, fast-paced kitchen experience, team player mentality, evening/weekend availability, passion for food and positive attitude, available through March, with summer season opportunity. Apply in person at The Hideout 208 Elk Ave or at [email protected]. (3/14/108).
PROJECT HOPE of Gunnison Valley seeks a Director of Operations for a 32 hour/week position to provide bookkeeping and administrative support. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to: [email protected]. See further info on our website at www.hope4gv.org/employment. (3/14/43).
ID SCULPTURE is a leading designer and manufacturer of commercial playground equipment and public art in Gunnison. We are seeking an Assistant CNC operator to join our team. You’ll be working in a unique fabrication environment using cutting edge digital fabrication equipment. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and the ability to work in a fast paced, highly coordinated environment. Some CNC experience is preferred. Full time position with benefits, PTO and opportunities for growth. Starts at $22/hr. Please send your resume and references to [email protected]. (3/21/96).
THE HIGHLY RESPECTED and award winning King Systems – Crested Butte, Colorado office is looking to add new team members to our staff. Must enjoy all 4 seasons and be able to travel. Audio Video Technician: We’re searching for a couple of full time Audio/Video Technicians to provide onsite installation services and support of basic to complex audio and video systems for our residential and commercial based clientele. These are entry level positions and you will be trained as necessary. Skills/Qualifications: Applicants must possess a high level of integrity and be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills. Experience in the AV industry is preferred but not required. Construction experience is also considered a plus. Crestron and or Control4 experience is desired but not necessary. In order for you to be considered you must submit professional references and a resume. Must provide your own tools. Some specialty tools will be provided as needed. Must be able to provide identification and pass a criminal background check. A valid Driver’s License is a requirement. Please submit resumes to [email protected]. (3/14/178).
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR wanted for established law firm, Law of the Rockies, in Gunnison, Colorado. Candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, efficient, self-motivated, and able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Administrator will be primarily responsible for business management tasks, but will also be required to perform legal assistant tasks as necessary. Prior experience in a legal or accounting environment is preferred, but not mandatory. Microsoft-based environment. College degree required. Full-time with benefits. Initial salary $55,000-75,000, depending upon experience and qualifications. Long-term growth potential. Visit lawoftherockies.com to learn about our firm. Email cover letter, resume, and references to Marcus Lock at [email protected] by April 7th. (4/4/105).
THE TOWN OF CRESTED BUTTE is looking for a Facility Property Manager. Qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent and five (5) years of property management or relevant work experience. The preferred candidate will have a college degree, some college, or trade school. Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License or obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment. This is a full-time position with benefits. Starting pay is $73,815 – $88,578 DOQ. Benefits include fully subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, disability insurance, life insurance, and retirement are also position benefits. Full job description is available on the Town’s website at www.townofcrestedbutte.com. Please submit application to Town of Crested Butte, Attn: Human Resources, PO Box 39, Crested Butte, CO 81224 or email [email protected]. Position is open until filled. The Town of Crested Butte is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (3/14/144).
HOMEGROWN GARDENS is hiring for the summer season! We are looking for team players who are hard working, with a positive attitude, and able to work outside all day. Located in Crested Butte, pay starts at $23 an hour. Perks include coffee tab in town, and monthly crew lunches. Please reach out to Hailey at (970) 209-4832. (3/21/57).
GUNNISON COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Housing is held for Gunnison County employees and may be available for you to rent* Patrol Deputy Sheriff: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, the annual salary range is from $72,397.26 to $102,405.83 plus full benefits. Take home vehicle & uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff’s Office. Detention Deputy Sheriff: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, the annual salary range is from $65,056.55 to $92,022.40, plus full benefits. Uniform allowance provided by the Sheriff’s Office. Heavy Equipment Operator Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, hourly range from $23.60 to $31.69, plus full benefits. Accountant I Finance: 40 hours/week, hourly range is from $27.84 to $33.84, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Deputy Finance Director Finance: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range is from $9,071.59 to $11,028.17, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Administrative Assistant – Evidence Custodian Sheriff: 40 hours/week, hourly range is from $22.47 to $25.59, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Detention Captain Sheriff: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range is from $6,778.80 to $8,240.87, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Shop Foreman Public Works: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, hourly range from $34.81 to $39.63, plus full benefits. Treasurer’s Technician Treasurer: 40 hours/week, hourly range from $23.30 to $28.69, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Emergency Management Director Emergency Management: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $7,616.73 to $9,018.73, depending on experience, plus full benefits. Communications Director County Manager: 40 hours/week, monthly salary range from $7,616.73 to $10,773.85, depending on experience, plus full benefits. For more information, including complete job descriptions, required qualifications and application instructions, please visit www.GunnisonCounty.org/jobs. (3/14/265).
INTERESTED IN A CAREER WITH BENEFITS? The Crested Butte Bank (a branch of the Gunnison Bank & Trust Company), has an opening for a full-time teller to join the operations side of our growing Bank. Applicants should have strong customer service skills, the ability to multi-task, and a willingness to learn. GB&T fosters a learning environment where you will gain exposure to multiple areas of the Bank, with a strong foundation in operations, pay starting at $19.00. Robust benefits package includes 401(k), medical insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and disability insurance (ST and LT). Pooled transportation is available. Send resume to [email protected]. (4/18/104).
SEEKING A BOOKKEEPER with some desire to learn project management. text 970-765-7414 www.VuhausLLC.com. (3/14/13).
BE PART OF THE LOCAL ART MOVEMENT: The Paragon Gallery is always accepting applications for local artists to potentially become a working member of the gallery or as a Guest Artist. Currently, we are looking for a Floor Display Artist to become a full member starting this summer. The application deadline for this jurying is March 27th. Hurry in! Jurying will start after 3pm on April 2nd 2025. Applications can be picked up at the Paragon Art Gallery, 132 Elk Ave., Crested Butte. Or print out an application at Paragonartgallery.com. Fill it in and bring it to the Gallery. We are open seven days a week 11 AM to 7 PM. (3/14/111).
CREATE TIME TO PLAY! Stay on top of house cleaning. Call Melissa Rose, home cleaning service, years of experience, references available. 970-275-8183. (3/14/22).
FULL TIME BREAKFAST/LUNCH COOK Paradise Cafe needs an experienced cook for year round employment. Shifts begin 6am. Pay starts $28hr and goes up depending on experience level. Training shifts to begin immediately, full time starts early May. Benefits include ski pass, IRA and more. Please contact Jay 970-596-2824. (4/18/49).
ID SCULPTURE IS HIRING Would you like to make the world’s most creative playgrounds, climbing boulders and interactive art? ID Sculpture designs and manufactures climbing boulders, playground sculptures, and fine art sculptures for parks, schools, and public spaces across the country. We use a combination of technology and traditional methods to create unique interactive environments. IDS provides secure, year-round indoor and outdoor work in a unique fabrication environment with opportunity for travel and room for advancement. We offer benefits including PTO, healthcare, and retirement. ID Sculpture is an equal opportunity employer. We are currently seeking: Production Assistant(s) Ideal candidates possess a positive attitude, good work ethic and are eager to learn. Applicants must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance. Initial responsibilities are to provide general labor and assist artists, fabricators and shipping departments as needed. Compensation is $22-$27/hr. DOE. Project Fabricator(s): The ideal candidate for this position has: construction trades experience (min 5 years), welding experience (structural certification required), steel fabrication (min 2 years), the ability to work well with a team, and a positive attitude. Responsibilities are to fabricate various components for standard and custom products using steel and a variety of other materials. Compensation is $26.00-$35.00/hr. DOE. To apply for this unique opportunity, please provide a resumé, cover letter and references to [email protected] with the position of interest in the subject line, or drop off your resume at 591 S. Boulevard St. Gunnison CO 81230. Learn more about what we do at www.idsculpture.com. (3/21/253).
SEASONAL POSITION OPENINGS: The Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District is seeking two temporary, seasonal restoration technicians to help implement projects for the Wet Meadows Restoration Program. These positions will be responsible for implementing various restoration projects and treatments in the Upper Gunnison Basin sagebrush ecosystem. Crew members must be comfortable working in remote field settings, operating 4WD vehicles over rugged terrain, doing physically intense labor, and working in settings where there are ticks, mosquitoes, and extreme weather. Bachelor’s degree or current enrollment in hydrology, natural resource management, watershed management, or related field is required. Hourly pay is $21.00/hr. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two references to: [email protected]. Visit https://ugrwcd.org/wet-meadows-program/ for more information. (3/14/119).