Heavy Equipment Supervisor- Winter- Full Time

Job summary

The supervisor leads the grooming and heavy equipment operation team in executing mountain tasks such as grading, excavating, and slope grooming. They also provide leadership, mentorship, and daily guidance to the Mountain Operations division while participating in general maintenance initiatives.

Job details

Seasonal WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Enjoy complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions for you and your family, including the Adventure Park, private beach, gondola, hiking, and preferred golf rates. Save on meals across resort restaurants and cafés, including Starbucks. Receive exclusive discounts at all Blue Mountain-owned retail stores. Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and well-being, with access to free therapy and wellness resources. Join a vibrant team community with employee events all summer, including but not limited to Sunset Hikes, Under the Big Top, Ice Cream Day and more. HOURLY RATE- $30.75 FULL TIME HOURS December- March Overnights 12-hour shifts- rotating schedule WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Supervisor, Heavy Equipment leads the grooming & heavy equipment operation team in planning and executing a variety of on mountain equipment tasks. These tasks include grooming, grading, excavating, revegetating, operating heavy equipment on steep pitches, and mentoring and training operators. When not in equipment they participate as an equal member of the Mountain Operations leadership team in solving problems, supporting our team, and achieving our goal, to provide a beautiful and sustainable landscape for both our summer and winter guests to enjoy. Supervise a team operating grooming equipment on steep pitches of the escarpment. Provide leadership, mentorship, and daily guidance to Mountain Operations division. Perform groomer cut of slopes when primary operator is not available When not operating heavy equipment, the employee must participate in other general maintenance initiatives on the groomer. Jobs may even include waste related tasks such as hand cleaning. Operate company vehicles such as trucks and utility vehicles not only in designated areas along the bottom of the hill but also on steep pitches. WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU? 5+ years of experience in heavy equipment and on mountain specialization Over 18 and a valid Class “G” Drivers License in good standing required Must be able to operate a snow cat Experience in minor maintenance and repair of equipment an asset Previous supervisor experience required *This role is being posted to fill a vacant position AUTHENTICITY | EMPOWERMENT | COLLABORATION | PURPOSE BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COMPANY OVERVIEW Blue Mountain Resort is Ontario’s largest mountain resort. Nestled on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay, on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires known as Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations. Only 90 minutes outside Toronto, Blue Mountain has become the four-season outdoor destination of the North. Blue Mountain is owned by Alterra Mountain Company. ALTERRA COMPANY OVERVIEW Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, the world’s largest heli-skiing operation, and Ikon Pass - the premier ski and snowboard season pass offering access to more than 50 iconic mountain destinations around the world. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado and born out of a shared love of the mountains and adventure, Alterra Mountain Company exists to shape the future of mountain adventure.

What you’ll do

The supervisor leads the grooming and heavy equipment operation team in executing mountain tasks such as grading, excavating, and slope grooming. They also provide leadership, mentorship, and daily guidance to the Mountain Operations division while participating in general maintenance initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5+ years of experience in heavy equipment and mountain specialization, along with a valid Class G driver's license. Previous supervisory experience and the ability to operate a snow cat are required.

Benefits

• Complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions
• Discounted meals at resort restaurants and cafes
• Discounts at Blue Mountain-owned retail stores
• Free therapy and wellness resources
• Inclusive work environment

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Heavy equipment operation
• Snow cat operation
• Grooming
• Grading
• Excavating
• Revegetating
• Team leadership
• Mentoring
• Equipment maintenance
• Equipment repair
• Problem solving
• Slope maintenance
• Equipment Repair
• Excavation
• Sustainable Landscaping
• Supervision
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Heavy Equipment
• Leadership
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Grading (Landscape)

Job areas

• Trades
• Hospitality
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Supervisor/Heavy Equipment Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

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