Job Description

Job Summary:

As a Trail Crew Member in the Mountain Bike Park, you will be primarily responsible for maintaining our current mountain bike trails as well as assisting with the building, planning and shaping of future trails. Along with trail maintenance our Bike Trail Crew also assists other departments mountain-wide with various tasks including; clean up and tear-down, transport, fencing, and on occasion are expected to assist with line control and other guest related duties.

Essential Job Functions:

-General day to day maintenance and prepping of trails including raking, shoveling, brush cutting and chain saw use
-Daily maintenance of power tools at beginning/end of shift
-Adhering to all mountain policies and regulations at all times on or off the job
-Cheerfully interacting with guests and staff, willing to go above and beyond to help guests
-Demonstrating safe work practices and mandatory use of PPE
-Cleaning up or assisting trades departments and Mountain Crew with special tasks
-Assisting with transport of goods around the mountain-top area
-Other duties as required

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Bike Park Manager and does not require any supervisory responsibilities.

Required Qualification and Abilities:

-Strong mountain bike riding skills required
-Previous experience in trail building, construction, or mechanical experience an asset
-Must be in excellent physical condition and posses a great work ethic
-Functional knowledge of mountain operations an asset
-OFA Level 3 an asset
-Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
-Punctual, in uniform, and adhering to uniform and grooming policies
-Experience/certification in the use of a chainsaw and/or brush cutter is preferred
-Must be a team player and able to work with minimal supervision on occasion
-Basic understanding of Risk Management for mountain biking
-Valid driver’s license required

WORKING CONDITIONS

Trail Crew members perform most of their duties outdoors and may work in all different kinds of weather conditions. Hours of operation of the Bike Park are weather dependant. Due to the nature of the business, this position requires flexibility in terms of your work schedule. Work schedules may include a variety of start times, including shifts on weekends and statutory holidays. Shifts require standing for long periods of time, lifting, twisting, and other forms of manual tasks.

Salary/Wage

20.57 to $24.06/hour

Other Perks/Benefits

All positions are eligible for the following benefits and perks: -Free Seasonal Access Pass -Discounts at the resort’s restaurants, retail, and rental outlets -Referral Bonus Program -Public Transit subsidies -Free or discounted lift tickets at many other resorts (winter/summer) -Access to free Employee and Family Assistance Program -Excellent training and professional development -Northland Properties friends and family discounts program including hotels, restaurants and recreation Full-time, year-round positions are also eligible for these: -Health Insurance, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance plans -RRSP matching after 1 year of service -Free access pass for dependants DISCLAIMER The prior statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Application Process

Please visit the Careers Page on the Grouse Mountain website and apply online!

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