Snow Shoveler

Sun Peaks Resort LLP; Sun Peaks; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading winter resort in British Columbia is hiring Snow Shovelers for the winter season. The role requires strong physical fitness, teamwork, and the ability to work in adverse weather conditions. Candidates will be responsible for removing snow, maintaining walkways, and ensuring safety for guests. This position offers competitive pay and various perks like ski passes and discounts.

Benefits

Winter/Summer Season Lift passes

Employee Assistance Program

Dining discounts

Retail discounts

Friends and family rates

Reciprocal programs with ski areas

Qualifications

• Passionate about winter sports and outdoors.
• Ability to handle loads up to 35kg.
• Ability to manage time effectively under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Remove snow and ice using shovels and snowblowers.
• Maintain walkways and report hazards.
• Work closely with team leaders for safety.

Skills

Professional and friendly attitude

Strong physical fitness

Dependable and punctual

Ability to ski/snowboard

Ability to work independently

Willingness to work in adverse conditions

Ability to operate snow-blowers and trucks

Calm demeanor in fast-paced environment

Good communication skills

Tools

Snow-blower

ATV

Company truck

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Sun Peaks Resort is hiring Snow Shovelers for the upcoming winter season. We want to hear from you if you're passionate about winter sports, love being outdoors, and take pride in hard work! Join our close-knit team led by the Snow Shoveling Supervisor to maintain snowfall and ensure safety throughout the resort. This is a fantastic opportunity to work, stay fit, and enjoy the beautiful winter landscape. Embrace the chance to be part of the Sun Peaks family and create unforgettable memories for guests and team members alike. Apply today to work, live, and play where you belong.

Compensation Information: $20.10 per hour

Physical Requirement: Medium/Heavy; work activities involve handling loads up to 35kg; predominantly in an outdoor setting.

This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.

The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:

• Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
• Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
• Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
• Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels

This role is eligible for an incentive for successful applicants to receive $1 per hour worked based on completion of a full winter season contract. Conditions apply to this incentive and will be shared during the interview and onboarding.

Skills you bring with you:

• Professional and friendly, with a positive attitude.
• Strong physical fitness.
• Dependable, reliable and punctual.
• Ability to ski/snowboard.
• Ability to work independently/unsupervised, while managing time effectively to meet additional work loads.
• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate snow-blowers, ATV’s and company trucks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ability to maintain a calm, friendly demeanor in a fast-paced environment.
• Be comfortable and professional while working in a guest facing environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, as well as computer literacy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Remove snow and ice throughout the resort using shovels and snowblowers.
• Disperse salt and sand on walkways, stairs and building entrances within the village.
• Maintain stairs, decks and walkways on hill, at our ancillary locations.
• Ensure ice/snow hazards are reported and addressed in a timely manner.
• Work closely with leaders and peers to maintain safe conditions for guests and staff.
• Prioritization duties at primary high-traffic locations.
• Monitor progress and document completed work on company tablet.
• Maintain strong communication with leaders.
• Using a 4-wheel drive truck; safely travel within the village to each job location.
• Operate a 2-way radio.
• Adhere to Sun Peaks Resort guidelines and procedures at all times.

We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.

No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.