Supervisor, Snowmaking and Trail Maintenance - Winter- Full Time

Schweitzer; Maple Ridge; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complementary & discounted access to a

Discounts at resort restaurants

Free therapy and wellness resources

Employee events in summer

Job summary

Blue Mountain Resort Company is seeking a Seasonal Supervisor, Snowmaking and Trail Maintenance, to lead a dedicated team through winter operations and summer projects, ensuring guest safety and trail readiness.

The role requires coordinating ribbons, fences, padding, and drainage; operating snowmobiles; and contributing to SOPs and training. It offers a full-time seasonal schedule Oct–Mar and benefits as part of the Blue Mountain team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid G class driver’s license with satisfactory driving abstract.
• Experience operating snowmobiles.
• Strong knowledge of OHSA and TSSA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a staff team across 24-hour winter operations, ensuring trails are safe for guests.
• Assist with setup of ribbons, fences, padding, trees, and drainage; use snowmobile when required.
• Plan and execute summer projects (forest management, erosion control, maintenance) in preparation for winter start-up.
• Set day-to-day objectives for the team to meet operational targets and service standards.
• Develop and update SOPs in collaboration with the Slope, Terrain & Trails Manager.
• Manage team performance, address complaints, coach, and conduct reviews.
• Maintain equipment logs and reports; assist investigations when incidents occur.

Skills

G class license

Snowmobile operation

On-hill safety

Heavy equipment experience

OHSA and TSSA familiarity

Trail systems knowledge

Chain saw training

Job description

Seasonal WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Enjoy complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions for you and your family, including the Adventure Park, private beach, gondola, hiking, and preferred golf rates.
• Save on meals across resort restaurants and cafés, including Starbucks.
• 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.
• Join a vibrant team community with employee events all summer, including but not limited to Sunset Hikes, Under the Big Top, Ice Cream Day and more.

HOURLY RATE $29.92 FULL TIME HOURS CONTRACT- OCTOBER- MARCH

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

The Supervisor, Snowmaking and Trail Maintenance with the direction of the Manager; Slope Maintenance, will lead a dedicated group of staff on working various schedules 24 hours a day during the winter months. Working alongside other departments, ensuring the resort trails are safe for the guest, with setup of Ribbons, Fences, Padding, Tree Trimming and Drainage. During summer months, the incumbent will execute planned projects (forest management, erosion control, and preventative maintenance) to ensure the hill is ready for winter start up. Schedule and set day-to-day objectives for team focused on operational targets and service standards. Assist the front line staff with setup of ribbons, fences, padding, tree trimming and drainage, with use of a snowmobile. Works with other division Leaders to develop, facilitate and track departmental training programs. In collaboration with Manager of Slope, Terrain & Trails, the supervisor will create and update departmental SOPs (ie. Health & Safety, Equipment Operation etc.). Manage performance of team, including meeting with team to resolve complaints, coaching through performance challenges, and conducting performance reviews. Ensures all equipment is maintained to ensure proper working order; completes necessary equipment logs and reports; assists in investigations when incidents involving equipment occur.

WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?

• Must hold valid G class drivers’ license with satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Must have experience operating snowmobiles.
• Operation on steep slopes an asset.
• Strong understanding of general on-hill operations and safety standards, emergency procedures, etc.
• Knowledge of OHSA and TSSA Regulations
• Familiarity with Blue Mountain trail systems and procedures is an asset
• Knowledge of excavating and trenching construction methods an asset
• Ministry of Labour Chain Saw training required or willing to acquire
• Experience operating heavy equipment an asset
• *This role is being posted to fill a vacant 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. Work at Blue to live the full Village-based Ski Resort experience, all within driving distance of Toronto. Receive great perks on retail, restaurants, lessons and of course free direct to lift access to over 14 iconic ski resorts across Canada and the US.