Job Title: Trial Crew - Slopes

Location:North Vancouver

Department:Mountain Operations

Reports to:Duty Manager

Role Status:Full Time Seasonal - Hourly

About Us

As Vancouver’s premier attraction we offer truly rewarding and memorable experiences! Our team members get to work in a challenging and cooperative environment where everyone comes together to create memories of a lifetime. We offer a professional atmosphere, fantastic growth opportunities, unlimited outdoor recreation, an inspiring setting, and many unique employee privileges.  We are seeking new team members who embody our core values that focuses on people, connection, growth and challenge.  We foster a work environment where diversity is valued, quality of life is enhanced, and individual aspirations are fulfilled. Applicants who thrive in a positive atmosphere where service excellence is top priority are encourages to apply.

Job Summary:

As a Trail Crew Member, you will be primarily responsible for doing summer slope grooming with various tasks including but not limited to the clearing of the ski runs, brush cutting/trimming, trail building as well as fire prevention and erosion control efforts. Under direct supervision from the Mountain Crew Supervisor and Mountain Operations Duty Managers assist other departments with manual tasks, clean up and tear-down, transport, and on occasion are expected to assist with line control and other guest related duties.

Essential Job Functions:

• General maintenance of ski runs, primarily brush cutting and chain sawing
• Seeding/haying ski runs and other areas of the mountain
• Performing minor maintenance on power tools while out in the field
• Daily maintenance of power tools at beginning/end of shift
• Daily shifts will be approximately 8 hours, in all types of weather conditions
• Adhering to all mountain policies and regulations at all times on or off the job
• Cheerfully interacting with guests and staff and willing to go above and beyond to help guests
• Punctual, in uniform, and adhering to the grooming policy
• Demonstrating safe work practices and mandatory use of PPE
• Assisting other departments with manual tasks
• Cleaning up or assisting trade workers with special tasks
• Cleaning/maintaining mountain top trails and attraction areas
• Landscaping mountain top and base areas and maintaining these areas
• Assisting with transport of goods around the mountain top area
• Assisting to set up and tear down materials for events  
• Other duties as required 

Required Qualifications and Abilities

• Must be in excellent physical condition and hard-working
• Functional knowledge of mountain operations an asset
• OFA Level 3 an asset
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Experience/certification in the use of a chainsaw and/or brush cutter is preferred
• Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision
• Previous experience in landscaping, construction or mechanical experience an asset
• Valid driver’s license required

Working Conditions

• Trail Crew perform most of their duties outdoors and may work in all different kinds of weather conditions.
• Hours of operation are weather dependent. Due to the nature of the business, this position requires flexibility in terms of your work schedule. A variety of work schedules may include rotation of shifts, day/evening shifts, and weekends and statutory holidays.
• Shifts require standing for long periods of time, lifting, twisting, shoveling, and other forms of manual tasks.

Compensation and Benefits

$20.57/hour up to 24.06/hour

All positions are eligible for the following benefits and perks:

• Free Seasonal Access Pass
• Discounts at the resort’s restaurants, retail, and rental outlets
• Referral Bonus Program
• Public Transit subsidies
• Free or discounted lift tickets at many other resorts (winter/summer)
• Access to free Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Northland Properties friends and family discounts program including hotels, restaurants, and recreation.

Full-time, year-round positions are also eligible for these:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans
• RRSP matching plan after 1 year of service
• Free access passes for dependents

Disclaimer

The prior statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northland Properties is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.