Groomer Operator I

Seasonal (Seasonal)
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?**
Resort Perks:
- Free Alterra Mountain Pass for employees;
ski or ride for free at14 Alterra owned destinations!
- Alterra Mountain Passes for your family
- Access to purchase one 5x7 Pass for $1;
share with a friend
- 50% off an unlimited number of Blue Mountain Lift tickets. 50% off an unlimited number of Ikon Resort Lift Tickets.
- Free rentals;
- Staff priced meals &
Starbucks treats;
- Staff room rates at all our hotels;
- Retail savings atBurton, Columbia, North Face, Red Devil, Hillside, and more!
Groomer I is an entry level slope grooming position. The positions will perform standard grooming duties on a nightly basis, under the guidance of Team Lead, Grooming &
Supervisor, Heavy Equipment. Groomer I will develop the skills and techniques required to perform all slope grooming duties at Blue Mountain Resorts on time and to the highest standards.
**WHAT YOU WILL DO**:
- Groom primarily green and blue runs and at times assist Groomer Operators - II, Team Leads and Managers on Duty with more difficult terrain and builds
- Perform pre shift circle checks and paperwork - post shift duties including housekeeping duties and mandatory paperwork
- Recognize and report equipment issues and property damage
- Work with a GPS system to improve decision making and increase efficiency
- 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 relationships and open communication with Snowmaking, Slope Maintenance, Patrol, Lifts, Terrain Park, Events and other on-hill staff.
**Seasonal Full Time
- Overnight Shift**
**Wage
- $20.50/HR.**
**WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU**:
- Previous grooming experiences an asset
- Previous experience with heavy equipment an asset
- Mechanical skills - an asset
- Knowledge of Resort winter terrain can also be an asset.
- Valid G License in good standing
**BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT COMPANY OVERVIEW**
**ALTERRA COMPANY OVERVIEW**
Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 15 iconic year-round destinations, including the world's largest heli-ski operation, offering the Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes. The company owns and operates a range of recreation, hospitality, real estate development, food and beverage, retail and service businesses. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with destinations across the continent, Alterra Mountain Company is rooted in the spirit of the mountains and united by a passion for outdoor adventure. Alterra Mountain Company's family of diverse playgrounds spans six U.S. states and three Canadian provinces:
Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado;
Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California;
Stratton and Sugarbush Resort in Vermont;
Snowshoe in West Virginia;
Tremblant in Quebec, Blue Mountain in Ontario;
Crystal Mountain in Washington;
Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah;
and CMH Heli-Skiing &
Summer Adventures in British Columbia. Also included in the portfolio is Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada. Alterra Mountain Company honors each destination's unique character and authenticity and celebrates the legendary adventures and enduring memories they bring to everyone.
Blue Mountain Resort is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and inclusiveness across the organization. We believe in equal opportunity and it is our priority to ensure a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you are contacted for a position, please notify Human Resources of any accommodation needs you may have during the selection process. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.