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Groomer Operator II- Winter- Full Time
- The Blue Mountains, ON, Canada
HOURLY RATE- $26.12 · Full-time
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- HOURLY RATE- $26.12
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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.
FULL TIME HOURS
- Overnight shifts
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.
- Groom all runs to a high standard and finish in an appropriate amount of time
- 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
- 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
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
Operate groomer vehicles to groom ski runs safely, efficiently, and to resort standards, including in challenging weather and terrain conditions. Complete inspections and required paperwork, identify or address safety issues, coordinate with other resort teams, and help train staff or back up the Groomer Team Lead.
Requirements
Applicants must have a valid G license in good standing and at least three years of grooming experience. Heavy equipment experience, mechanical skills, and knowledge of resort winter terrain are assets; the role also requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Skills
- Slope Grooming
- Groomer Vehicle Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- GPS System Use
- Mechanical Skills
- Safety Issue Identification
- Equipment Inspections
- Paperwork And Recordkeeping
- Independent Work
- Teamwork
- Staff Training
- Communication
- Decision-Making
- Winter Terrain Knowledge
Benefits
- Complimentary And Discounted Attraction Access
- Discounted Resort Dining
- Retail Discounts
- Free Therapy And Wellness Resources
- Employee Events
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- Sports & Recreation
- Trades
- Hospitality
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Slope Grooming
- Groomer Vehicles
- Heavy Equipment
- GPS System
- Winch Equipment
- Renovator Features
- Pre-Shift Inspections
- Safety Checks
- Ski Terrain
- Winter Terrain
- Weather Conditions
- Mechanical Skills
- G License
- Staff Training
- Team Lead Backup
- Snowmaking
- Slope Maintenance
- Ski Patrol
- Terrain Park
- Resort Operations