Grooming Operator - Grade 3 / Winch
About this role
Grooming Operator – Grade 3/Winch
Reports To: Grooming/Snowmaking Supervisor and/or Assistant Grooming Supervisor(s)
Position Overview
Grade 3/Winch Grooming Operators work as part of the Mountain Operations team. They have at least 2 full winter seasons of ski area snowcat operating experience and a minimum of 120 hours of tower winch snowcat operating experience and are responsible for safe and efficient operation of a Prinoth snowcat to help maintain the slopes under the direction of the Grooming/Snowmaking Supervisor and/or Assistant Grooming Supervisor(s).
Grade 3/Winch Grooming Operator candidates will have demonstrated the ability to groom all runs at Marmot Basin, are experienced with all of Marmot Basin’s grooming circuits, can lead/oversee Grade 2 Operators and lead special grooming projects. Grade 3/Winch Grooming Operators will have demonstrate the ability/aptitude to independently operate a tower-winch snowcat and will be familiar with winch cat operations at Marmot Basin.
The incumbent should expect to be working outside in any, all and sometimes adverse weather conditions and must be available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
This is a full-time seasonal role, 4 afternoons/evenings out of 7 per week from October to May each operating season. 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:
- Help manage the quality of our groomed runs by operating Marmot Basin’s entire fleet of Prinoth snowcats
- Attend and complete all training in a timely manner
- Report for scheduled shifts
- Lead/oversee Grade 1 & Grade 2 operators, lead and/or independently manage special grooming projects
- Operate Marmot Basin’s tower winch cat
- Work in a safe efficient manner; point out any safety concerns that would put any employee or guest in an unsafe situation
- Any additional duties as assigned
- Adherence to the company’s practices and procedures as set in the ‘Grooming Training Manual’
- All Marmot Basin employees will conduct themselves in compliance with Alberta Occupational Health and Safety legislation as it relates to their job
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Minimum two full winter seasons operating snowcats in the ski industry
- Minimum 120hrs of tower winch snowcat operating experience
- Familiar with all grooming operations requirements at Marmot Basin
- Experience operating Prinoth snowcats
- Mechanical aptitude (a background in mechanical experience preferred)
- Ski industry risk management experience
- Must possess an enthusiastic and positive attitude
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Enjoy working outdoors in the winter
- Alberta Intermediate First Aid (IFA) certificate (or better, or equivalent)
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or better) in good standing
Attributes:
- Professional deportment with excellent customer service skills: experience dealing with all on-hill patrons
- Cheerful, outgoing personality; demonstrated temperament and disposition for sometimes highly 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
Qualifications:
- Previous supervisory experience
- Physically fit
- Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised
Supplementary:
- Respect and adhere to the company’s policies and procedures as set in the Corporate Policies, Employee Handbook and other Training Manuals
Company at a glance
Located in the breathtaking, mountainous landscape of Jasper National Park - 11,000 square kilometers of wilderness and a part of the UNESCO Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site. Marmot Basin is a truly unique skiing destination.
Marmot Basin’s facilities and services include 7 lifts, including the Canadian Rockies Express high speed quad chair - the longest in the Canadian Rockies, 3 on-mountain day lodges, a full-service Rental Shop, Snow Sports School, eateries, a nursery and retail shop.
Marmot Basin is the northern most Rocky Mountain ski area and enjoys abundant dry, light & fluffy natural snow that is a dream to ski and snowboard. With the highest base elevation in Canada and a latitude of 53° N, our snow falls early, and continues well into May. With over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain along with the addition of three new chairlifts since 2009, lift lines are virtually non-existent; providing families, beginners and experts alike the room to carve turns at their leisure. Marmot Basin is one of the least crowded ski areas of its kind in North America where powder stashes last and the wide open slopes are yours to enjoy.
Located only 20 minutes from the charming town of Jasper; the perfect base for all of your winter adventures. With abundant wildlife that ensures you'll see plenty of four-legged locals such as elk, deer, wolves and lynx in their natural environment.
For an unforgettable ski experience in a remarkably beautiful Rocky Mountain setting, Marmot Basin and Jasper have no equal.
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