Groomer

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies; Golden; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mountain access staff pass

Reciprocal resort tickets

Discounted lift tickets

Staff discounts on food, rentals, and

Employee events & recognition

Great team environment

Job summary

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in Golden, BC, is seeking skilled snow groomer team members for seasonal shifts. You will operate grooming equipment, perform routine maintenance, and report safety concerns to Mountain Safety, contributing to a safe mountain environment.

The role requires flexibility for afternoons, graveyards, holidays and weekends in extreme weather; competitive hourly wages across Groomer levels and staff perks apply.

Qualifications

• Experience operating snow-grooming equipment with an excellent safety record.
• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of basic operations and maintenance of equipment.
• Team-oriented with good communication with diverse people.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate grooming equipment with pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform daily light maintenance (fluids, cleaning, greasing, fueling).
• Report unusual noises and conditions to Maintenance.
• Complete daily vehicle logs and data input.
• Maintain high-traffic areas and slopes.
• Perform snow removal, snow farming, and snowmaking.
• Relay grooming information to Security for daily report.
• Record and report hazards to Mountain Safety.
• Support health and safety and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Work flexible shifts including afternoons, graveyards, holidays and weekends in extreme weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grooming equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Mountain terrain knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

You Will

• Safely operate grooming equipment, completing pre and post trip inspections of machinery.
• Perform daily light maintenance (topping up fluids, cleaning interior and exterior, greasing, and fueling of machine).
• Recognize and report unusual noises and conditions to the Maintenance team.
• Complete daily vehicle log sheets and daily data input form.
• Maintain high traffic areas with rebuilding and maintaining slopes.
• Perform snow removal and snow farming (including snowmaking and snow fencing).
• Relay grooming information to Security for the daily grooming report.
• Record and report any potential hazards to Mountain Safety.
• Be an advocate for health and safety, ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
• Work flexible shifts, including afternoons, graveyards, holidays and weekends, in extreme weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You Have

• Previous experience operating snow-grooming equipment, with an excellent safety record.
• Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic operations and maintenance of equipment.
• A basic understanding of mountain resort maintenance and ski/snowboarding terrain needs.
• A team-oriented approach and a desire to make a positive contribution to the entire resort.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse range of people.

We Offer

• Competitive Wage (per hour):
• Groomer Level 1: $19.77 - $22.35
• Groomer Level 2: $20.11 - $23.11
• Groomer Level 3: $21.16 - $24.16
• Groomer Level 4: $22.21 - $25.21
• Groomer Level 5: $23.27 - $26.27
• Mountain Access Perks: Complimentary RCR staff pass with full mountain access, reciprocal resort tickets, and discounted friends & family lift tickets.
• Staff Discounts: Save on food & beverage, rentals, retail, and hotel accommodations.
• Employee Events & Recognition: Enjoy year-round staff events and get recognized through our employee awards program.
• A Great Team: Work alongside a passionate and fun team who love to share the RCR mountain experience.

We regret that only those applicants eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship may be considered for seasonal roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer and look forward to hearing from all qualified applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest in Kicking Horse Mountain Resort; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.