Mountain Safety Technician 1-3
About The Position
As a Mountain Safety Technician (Fixed Term), you’ll play a crucial role in keeping our people safe in high-risk mountain environments. Your leadership in avalanche risk management and commitment to safety protocols help ensure our roadways remain open and our teams return home safely. The Brucejack Operations team is now recruiting for the position of Mountain Safety Technician 1-3 with a competitive hourly rate of $50.34 - $56.91 - $61.29 per hour, depending on level. This role offers the opportunity to work on a technically challenging project in a high-performing, safety-focused environment. Join Newmont and be part of a team committed to operational excellence and safe execution in some of British Columbia’s most demanding terrain.
Requirements
- Canadian Avalanche Association (CAA) Operations Level 2 Certification
- 5+ years as an avalanche technician
- OFA Level 3 or 80-hour advanced first aid certification
- WSBC Blasting Certification for avalanche control
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong mountain travel, physical fitness, and skiing ability
Nice To Haves
- Minimum ICS 100
- Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG) certification
- Rope rescue or rope access (SPRAT/IRATA) background
- GIS, snowcat, or off-trail snowmobile experience
Responsibilities
- Assist in daily avalanche forecasting and control operations, including explosive deployment and terrain risk assessments
- Expect to follow industry best practices in safe travel, communication, and emergency preparedness
- Collect, analyze, and input snow, weather, and avalanche data to support real-time decision-making
- Maintain avalanche equipment and signage, and ensure daily advisories are accurate and distributed on schedule
- Conduct regular field patrols and site-specific avalanche assessments to identify and mitigate hazards
- Remain rescue-ready for mountain emergencies
- Collaborate with supervisors, departments, and external partners to ensure worker safety in complex alpine environments
- Maintain strong interpersonal skills for working in a tight-knit team environment
Benefits
- Private accommodations
- On-site amenities
- Safety-first culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
