Groomer Operator II- Winter- Full Time

Job summary

Operate groomer vehicles and use appropriate techniques and specialized equipment to maintain skiable terrain to resort standards. Complete equipment checks and required paperwork, identify and address safety issues, coordinate with on-hill teams, and assist with training and team lead coverage.

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- $26.12 FULL TIME HOURS Overnight shifts WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Groomer II is an advanced level slope grooming position. This position is responsible for slope grooming using groomer vehicles and techniques that are essential to maintaining a skiable terrain at Blue Mountain Resort on time and to the highest standards. Terrain Park OR Winch Cat experience Required Operate in challenging situations including changing weather/conditions and working around physical structures Sometimes but not always utilizing specialized equipment such as winches or renovator features Perform pre-shift circle checks and paperwork – post shift duties including housekeeping duties and mandatory paperwork Work with a GPS system to improve decision making, increase efficiency and utilize when breaking down hills Recognize and report or repair potential safety issues including but not limited to lighting, signage, padding and/or poor skiing/ boarding surfaces Maintain a good working relationship and open communication with Snowmaking, Slope Maintenance, Patrol, Lifts, Terrain Park, Events and other on-hill staff Assist in training of new staff and ability to back-up Team Lead on Groomer Duty WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU? Valid G license in good standing Able to work independently as well as within a team environment 3 plus years grooming experience Previous experience with heavy equipment an asset Mechanical skills an asset Knowledge of Resort winter terrain an asset 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

Operate groomer vehicles and use appropriate techniques and specialized equipment to maintain skiable terrain to resort standards. Complete equipment checks and required paperwork, identify and address safety issues, coordinate with on-hill teams, and assist with training and team lead coverage.

Requirements

Candidates need a valid G license in good standing, at least three years of grooming experience, and experience with terrain parks or winch cats. The role also calls for independent and collaborative work, with heavy equipment experience, mechanical skills, and knowledge of resort winter terrain considered assets.

Benefits

• Complimentary And Discounted Attraction Access
• Discounted Resort Dining
• Retail Discounts
• Free Therapy And Wellness Resources
• Employee Events

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Slope Grooming
• Groomer Vehicle Operation
• Terrain Park Grooming
• Winch Cat Operation
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• GPS System Use
• Safety Issue Identification
• Equipment Checks
• Paperwork And Recordkeeping
• Mechanical Skills
• Staff Training
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Interdepartmental Communication

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Trades
• Hospitality
• Security & Safety

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