Slope Maintenance Worker II - Winter - Full Time

Blue Mountain Resort; The Blue Mountains; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier mountain resort in Ontario seeks outdoor maintenance staff to assist with trail upkeep and snow management. This position requires physical fitness, a valid Class 'G' Driver's License, and a willingness to work in winter conditions. The role includes responsibilities like maintaining snow levels, responding to Ski Patrol, and assisting with grooming. Successful candidates will enjoy working outdoors and have practical skills for equipment operation.

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for employees

Discounts on lift tickets for family

Staff priced meals

Free skating

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 with a valid Class 'G' Driver's License.
• Enjoy working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Able to lift and carry heavy materials and perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trails by removing hazards, trimming trees, and positioning fencing.
• Respond to and document issues reported by Ski Patrol.
• Assist with grooming, snowmaking, and grounds maintenance.

Skills

Physical fitness

Driving (Class 'G')

Ability to operate handheld tools

Experience in snowmobiling

Skiing/Snowboarding skills

Job description

WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?

• Free Alterra Mountain Pass for employees; ski or ride for free at Alterra owned destinations!
• Alterra Mountain Passes for your family;
• Discounts on Blue Mountain Lift tickets for friends and family;
• Free skating;
• Staff priced meals & Starbucks treats;
• Staff room rates at all our hotels;
• Retail savings at Burton, The North Face, Red Devil Sports, Hillside, and more!

HOURLY RATE

$19.29

FULL TIME HOURS

• 12 HOUR SHIFTS
• December till March

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

• Placement, positioning and upkeep of padding and fencing.
• Tree line trimming and removal of fallen trees or other hazardous items from trails.
• Respond to and document issues reported by Ski Patrol in an appropriate time frame.
• Maintain snow levels around buildings, hill benches and waste receptacles.
• Responsible for removing and placing ski racks on nightly basis.
• Hand Cleaning of hills and rest areas.
• Assist with Grooming, Snowmaking and Grounds Maintenance when required

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 minor maintenance and repair of equipment an asset
• Snowmobile experience an asset
• Ski/Snowboard skill an asset

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.