Five or more years of grooming experience, park building experience, and/or winch cat experience.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver's license and meet the minimum requirements of the Intrawest Drivers Standards Policy.
Must be able to operate equipment in extreme weather conditions.
Must be able to work third shift through the night efficiently and safely.
Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Must have working knowledge of snow cat maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and the ability to fix or maintain minor issues.
Responsibilities
Operate heavy construction equipment and/or snow grading equipment with attachments, completing assigned job requests safely, efficiently, and acceptably with minimal direct supervision.
Groom Stratton's trails according to the operations plan for the following day.
Respond appropriately to weather conditions and their effects on grooming.
Communicate with the evening supervisor and crew throughout the evening to report progress, issues, breakdowns, and changes.
Push snow in early season.
Build and maintain proper grades for lift ramps and mazes.
Deliver propane to various outbuildings on the mountain.
Assist the snowmaking department with moving equipment when needed.
Build start bumps for mogul events.
Train and mentor Groomer Level I and II operators.
Build and maintain freestyle terrain (parks).
Work safely and appropriately using all provided safety equipment.
Maintain grooming logs nightly.
Communicate equipment issues or breakdowns to mechanics.
Perform nightly checks before operating equipment.
Clean snow cats nightly.
Work third shift through the night efficiently and safely.
Work weekends and holidays; overtime may be required but is not guaranteed.
Desired Qualifications
Skiing or snowboarding experience is a plus.
Seasonal
At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to beA BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES.
BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).
Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts
Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes
Additional perks & benefits for year round employees
POSITION SUMMARY
The Advanced Groomer operates heavy construction equipment and/or snow grading equipment with attachments and accomplishes assigned job requests with minimal direct supervision. This person understands objectives of job functions, knows capability of equipment and completes assignments in a safe, efficient and acceptable manner. Additionally, the Advanced Groomer is responsible for assisting the Foreman in the training of Journeyman operators. This is a full-time seasonal position, compensated at $25.00 - $29.00/hour, based on experience.
Recruitment for this role will be ongoing through December.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Operating a vehicle is an essential function and will require the applicant to meet the minimum requirements of the Intrawest Drivers Standards Policy
Grooming Stratton’s trails consistent with the operations plan for the next day
Appropriately responding to weather conditions and how it will affect grooming
Communicating with evening supervisor and the rest of the crew throughout the evening to report progress, issues, breakdowns, changes etc.
Pushing snow in early season
Build and maintain proper grades for lift ramps and mazes
Deliver propane to various outbuildings on the mountain
Assist the snowmaking department with moving of equipment when needed
Building of start bumps for mogul events
Training and mentoring of Groomer level I and II operators
Freestyle terrain (park) building and maintenance
Work in a safe and appropriate manner utilizing all safety equipment provided
Maintaining grooming logs on a nightly basis
Communicating with Mechanics about any equipment issues or breakdowns
Perform nightly checks before operating equipment
Responsible for cleaning snow cats on a nightly basis
Must be able to work third shift through the night efficiently and safely
Required to work weekends and holidays
Overtime may be required, but not guaranteed
Working knowledge of snow cat maintenance, basic troubleshooting, and the ability to fix/maintain minor issues
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
5+ years of grooming experience, park building experience and/or winch cat experience
Must be at least 18+ years of age
Valid Driver's License
Skiing or snowboarding experience is a plus
Must be able to operate equipment in extreme weather conditions
Must be able to work third shift through the night efficiently and safely
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
This position will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.