Snowmaking and Trail Maintenance Worker I- Winter- Full Time

Job summary

Maintain snowmaking facilities and equipment, install and adjust snowmaking infrastructure and operations, and help deliver high-quality ski conditions. Operate utility vehicles and maintain trails by installing safety features and removing fallen trees and other hazards.

Job details

Seasonal WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME? Free skiing and riding for you and your dependents; Discounted lift and attractions tickets you can share with your friends. Enjoy skating, tubing, Ridge Runner, and more; Staff priced meals & Starbucks treats; 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. HOURLY RATE- $21.69 FULL TIME HOURS WHAT WILL I BE DOING? This purpose of this role is to maintain snowmaking facilities, deliver a top-quality skiing product, and perform duties that uphold the safety, visibility, and overall condition of our ski hills to provide guests and staff with a safe, hazard-free, and exceptional mountain experience. Operates light and heavy utility vehicles including tractors, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, pickup trucks, and mini excavators to accomplish daily tasks. Performs maintenance on snowmaking and trail maintenance equipment. Installs and maintains snowmaking equipment and infrastructure. Adjusts snowmaking operations, gun settings and direction based on weather and responds to changes. Installs, positions and maintains protective post padding, signage, ribbons and fencing. Trims and removes fallen trees or other hazardous items from trails and waterways using chainsaws and other equipment. WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU? Over 18 with a valid Class "G" Drivers License in good standing required Enjoys working outdoors and able to work in inclement weather conditions Physically fit, able to lift and carry heavy materials and to perform repetitive tasks involving bending, stretching, walking and kneeling. Must be able to operate a range of equipment from simple handheld tools to power tools Experience in utility vehicle operation an asset (internal training provided) Mustparticipateinchainsawsafety training; this training isprovided to successful candidates. This role is being posted to fill a new 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

Maintain snowmaking facilities and equipment, install and adjust snowmaking infrastructure and operations, and help deliver high-quality ski conditions. Operate utility vehicles and maintain trails by installing safety features and removing fallen trees and other hazards.

Requirements

Applicants must be over 18, hold a valid Class G driver's license in good standing, and be physically able to perform demanding outdoor work in inclement weather. They must be able to use handheld and power tools and participate in provided chainsaw safety training; utility vehicle experience is an asset, with internal training available.

Benefits

• Free Skiing and Riding for Employees and Dependents
• Discounted Lift and Attraction Tickets
• Staff-Priced Meals
• Discounts at Company-Owned Retail Stores
• Free Therapy and Wellness Resources

Listed skills

• outdoor work · Preferred
• Safety awareness · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Snowmaking Equipment Maintenance
• Trail Maintenance
• Utility Vehicle Operation
• Equipment Maintenance
• Snowmaking Operations
• Chainsaw Operation
• Hazard Removal
• Signage and Fencing Installation
• Protective Padding Installation
• Outdoor Work
• Physical Fitness
• Power Tool Operation
• Weather Adaptability
• Safety Awareness

Job areas

• Sports & Recreation
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Security & Safety

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