Snowcat Operator- Groomer

Startdate; Alberta; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff season pass

Discounts on food, retail, rental, and

Staff events

Job summary

Nakiska is seeking winter seasonal grooming operators to join the RCR team. You will safely operate grooming equipment, inspect machinery, and help prepare the mountain terrain for daily guest experiences.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined with a strong safety record, team-oriented, and capable of communicating effectively across departments. Seasonal shifts include afternoons, evenings, holidays, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience operating snow grooming equipment with a strong safety record.
• Mechanically inclined with basic maintenance understanding.
• Basic knowledge of mountain report maintenance and terrain needs.
• Team player with desire to contribute to resort operations.
• Strong communication skills with diverse staff.

Responsibilities

• Operate grooming equipment safely and perform pre/post inspections.
• Groom, maintain and rebuild ski runs.
• Build and maintain lift entries.
• Communicate with departments regarding operations.
• Follow department and company policies and procedures.
• Perform daily light maintenance (refuel, fluids, grease, clean).
• Report unusual noises or conditions to Maintenance.
• Advocate for health and safety.
• Work flexible shifts including afternoons, evenings, holidays, weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Snow grooming equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Team oriented

Excellent communication

Safety minded

Job description

Are you looking at spending a season working in the Canadian Rockies? We have winter seasonal roles that will leave you with awesome experiences and friendships that will last a lifetime. Do you enjoy outdoor adventures? Meeting new people? Making new memories? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Nakiska wants you!

Under the direction of the Grooming Team Lead, this roll is a key member of the Grooming team. Ensuring the snow grooming equipment is operated safety and in accordance with the company procedures, manufacturers operating procedures and departmental training. This roll works cooperatively with other team member and other dividends and continually strives to provide our guests the finest mountain recreational experience by providing safe and well-maintained terrain.

You will

• Safely operate grooming equipment, completing pre and post trip inspections of machinery.
• Groom, maintain and rebuild ski runs.
• Build and maintain lift entries.
• Communicate effectively with all departments regarding operations.
• Comply with all departments and company policies and procedures.
• Perform daily light maintenance (Refueling, topping up fluids, greasing and cleaning interior and exterior)
• Recognize and report any unusual noises and conditions to the Maintenance team.
• Be an advocate for health and safety.
• Work flexible shifts, including afternoons, evening, holidays, and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You

• Have previous experience operating snow grooming equipment, with an excellent safety record.
• Are mechanically inclined, with an understanding of basic operations and maintenance of equipment.
• Have a basic understanding of mountain report maintenance and ski / snowboarding terrain needs.
• Are team-oriented with a desire to make a positive contribution to the entire resort.
• Possess excellent communications skills and work well with a diverse range of people.

We offer

• A staff season’s pass for the resort. - great reciprocals
• Discounts on food, retail, rental, and hotels.
• Staff events – meet great people who share a passion for the mountain lifestyle!

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

About Us

By joining RCR, you will become part of a passionate and dedicated team that works together to provide our guests with the best vacation and recreation experience possible.