Anticipated Start Date
ASAP
 
Employer
Company Name
Marmot Basin
 
Position Details
Number of Positions Available
1
Position Type(s)
Full-Time
Position Duration
Seasonal
Staff Accommodation
Yes (subject to availability)
Wage Range
TBD Hourly
Job Overview
Position Overview

Snowmakers work as part of the Grooming/Snowmaking team. They are responsible for assisting in the smooth running of the snowmaking operation including, but not limited to, snowmaking, maintenance, daily checks, etc. Trail crew shifts are available at times when snowmaking shifts are not. Trail crew shifts are 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday under the direction of the Safety Operations or Special Events depts.

The incumbent should expect to be working outside in any, all and sometimes adverse weather conditions.

Snowmakers are expected to provide their own ski / snowboard equipment.

This is a full time, seasonal role (mid-October to Mid-February), 7 of 14 days over a two-week period. The rotation is 4 on 3 off, 3 on 4 off, 12 hours per shift. Please note that you may not receive full-time hours at the beginning/end of the season and during other slow periods. 

Alberta Employment Standards regarding probationary periods apply.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Set up and take down snowmaking equipment
Transfer snow guns and hoses to different locations around the mountain
Complete daily checks, maintain proper working order of snow guns and equipment
Point out any safety concerns which would put any employee in an unsafe situation
Assist in all emergency situations
Successfully complete Marmot Basin Snowmobile training
Assist other departments as required and perform any other work necessary to run the overall operation.
Position Requirements
English Fluency Level required for position
Intermediate
Job Requirements 
Qualifications

Ski Industry experience (an asset)
Previous snowmaking or snowcat operating experience (an asset)
Able to ski/snowboard in all types of mountain terrain in varying weather conditions at an intermediate or advanced level
Physically fit
Mechanical background; experience working with pumps and/or high-pressure equipment
Valid Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent
Willing to work flexible shifts.
     Core Competencies

Professional deportment with excellent customer service skills: experience dealing with all on- hill patrons
Cheerful, outgoing personality; demonstrated temperament and disposition for stressful situations.
Strong team member able to take direction
Motivated and observant; able to perceive needed tasks and complete them without direction
Self-aware; able to identify strengths and gaps in own abilities and training
Able to use taught skills and previous experience to problem solve
Recreational mountain pursuits, such as rock climbing, and ski touring, are considered assets.
 
Application Details
How to Apply
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