Groomer Operator II- Winter- Full Time
- The Blue Mountains, ON, Canada
- Blue Mountain Resort LP, Canada
HOURLY RATE- $26.12 · Full-time
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- Pay
- HOURLY RATE- $26.12
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
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- $26.12
FULL TIME HOURS
- Overnight shifts
WHAT WILL I BE DOING?
Groomer II is an advanced level slope grooming position. This position is responsible for slope grooming using groomer vehicles and techniques that are essential to maintaining a skiable terrain at Blue Mountain Resort on time and to the highest standards.
- Terrain Park OR Winch Cat experience Required
- Operate in challenging situations including changing weather/conditions and working around physical structures
- Sometimes but not always utilizing specialized equipment such as winches or renovator features
- Perform pre-shift circle checks and paperwork – post shift duties including housekeeping duties and mandatory paperwork
- Work with a GPS system to improve decision making, increase efficiency and utilize when breaking down hills
- Recognize and report or repair potential safety issues including but not limited to lighting, signage, padding and/or poor skiing/ boarding surfaces
- Maintain a good working relationship and open communication with Snowmaking, Slope Maintenance, Patrol, Lifts, Terrain Park, Events and other on-hill staff
- Assist in training of new staff and ability to back-up Team Lead on Groomer Duty
WHAT DO WE NEED FROM YOU?
- Valid G license in good standing
- Able to work independently as well as within a team environment
- 3 plus years grooming experience
- Previous experience with heavy equipment an asset
- Mechanical skills an asset
- Knowledge of Resort winter terrain 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.
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Responsibilities
The Groomer Operator II is responsible for maintaining skiable terrain at Blue Mountain Resort using specialized grooming vehicles and GPS technology. This role involves performing pre-shift equipment checks, reporting safety issues, and collaborating with various on-hill departments.
Requirements
Candidates must have a valid G license and at least three years of grooming experience, with preference given to those with heavy equipment or mechanical skills. The position requires the ability to work independently and in a team environment while operating in challenging weather conditions.
Skills
- Slope grooming
- Heavy equipment operation
- Terrain park maintenance
- Winch cat operation
- GPS system navigation
- Mechanical skills
- Safety inspection
- Slope maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
Benefits
- Complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions
- Discounted meals at resort restaurants and cafes
- Discounts at Blue Mountain-owned retail stores
- Free therapy and wellness resources
- Employee events
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Keywords
- Groomer Operator
- Slope Grooming
- Blue Mountain Resort
- Heavy Equipment
- Winch Cat
- Terrain Park
- GPS System
- Winter Sports
- Ski Resort
- Mechanical Skills
- Safety Protocols
- Slope Maintenance
- Snowmaking
- Patrol
- Outdoor Operations
- Seasonal Employment