employment

Department: Outdoor Operations

Reports to: Outdoor Operations Manager

Summary: Groomer/equipment operator;Snow making Supervisors will be responsible to give direction and support the snow making team. They are expected to provide updates to the Outdoor operations manager, regarding construction and maintenance of all Skiable terrain. This position will be responsible to operate all equipment in a safe manner, using the techniques that are essential to maintaining skiable terrain at Searchmont Resort, on time and to the highest standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Groom all Skiable terrain to a high standard; must meet tight deadlines.
• Monitor and assist snow making staff to advise where snow will be needed to minimize large amounts of snow in one spot.
• Operate in challenging situations including changing weather/conditions and working around physical structures.
• Perform pre-shift circle checks and paperwork – post shift duties including house keeping duties and mandatory paperwork.
• Recognize and report equipment issues and property damage.
• Recognize and report or repair potential safety issues including but not limited to lighting, signage, padding, poor skiing conditions and boarding surfaces.
• Maintain a good working relationship and open communication with snowmaking, slope maintenance, patrol, and any other outdoor staff.
• Communicate regularly with Outdoor Operations Manager
• All other duties as assigned.
• Must complete all job specific training and orientation prior to being scheduled.

Additional Duties:

Due to the many variables that impact our winter resort operations, such as weather and the number of guest visits, occasionally employees may be asked to perform other duties or to assist in efforts outside their primary area of responsibility as needed. Training Employees; Planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving obstacles.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervising employees on the snow making team. Carrying out Supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Searchmont Resort’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.

Qualifications:

• Snow making and Grooming experience an asset.
• Able to work independently as well as supervise staff.
• Demonstrates quality written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems; efficiently handle multiple duties under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Mechanical skills an asset
• Work flexible hours including nights and weekends.
• Positive attitude, professional manner and appearance
• Valid G License

Classifications: Full-time, Seasonal

Working Conditions:

This is a winter resort area. It requires that work venues are varied and, in many cases, include steep stairways, multi-level buildings and outdoor work areas; Subject to cold/hot/wet. Some facilities are located at the base of the mountain, where others are semi-remote. Some work areas can only be reached by traveling via chairlift, snowmachine, atv, skis or snowboards. Walking surfaces are frequently frozen, sloped and slippery. Proper layers of warm clothing, with an outer layer that is wind-resistant and appropriate footwear is mandatory. Workdays and hours will vary, with an emphasis on weekends and holidays.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use of hands, reaching, climbing, balancing, communicating and listening. May be required to stand, kneel, crouch or crawl to successfully complete tasks. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes Distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in this work environment is moderate.

Employee Perks:

• Seasons Pass
• 25% off in Searchmont Resort’s Kiln Pub
• 50% off Searchmont Resort’s Lodge Cafeteria
• 25% off Gear at Searchmont Resort’s Outpost

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Contract length: 7-8 months

Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Searchmont, ON P0S 1J0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class G Licence (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (preferred)
• Night Shift (preferred)
• Overnight Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person