Winch Cat Operator

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies; Golden; On-site; CAD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary staff pass with full-mtn

Reciprocal resort tickets

Staff discounts on food, rentals, and宿

Employee awards program

Year-round staff events

Job summary

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, part of Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, seeks experienced Winch Cat Operators to safely operate grooming equipment and perform routine maintenance on resort machinery.

You will work flexible shifts in extreme weather, maintain safety standards, and participate in a team dedicated to delivering a premier mountain experience for guests and staff alike.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely operate grooming equipment, completing pre and post trip inspections.
• Perform daily light maintenance (topping up fluids, cleaning interior and exterior, greasing, and fueling).
• 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.

Skills

Experience operating snow grooming

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Excellent communication

Maintenance understanding

Job description

• 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 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 equipment maintenance.
• A basic understanding of mountain resort maintenance and ski/snowboarding terrain needs.
• A team-oriented mindset 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 Wages (per hour):
• Winch Cat Operator Level 1: $22.21 - 25.21
• Winch Cat Operator Level 2: $23.27 -$26.27
• Winch Cat Operator Level 3: $24.32 - $27.32
• Winch Cat Operator Level 4: $25.37 - $28.37
• Winch Cat Operator Level 5: $26.42 -$29.42
• 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.