Snowmaking and Trail Maintenance Worker I- Flex Year Round- Full Time

Alterra • The Blue Mountains, ON

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to maintain snowmaking facilities, deliver a top-quality skiing product, and perform duties that uphold the safety, visibility, and overall condition of our ski hills to provide guests and staff with a safe, hazard-free, and exceptional mountain experience.

Requirements

• Over 18 with a valid Class “G” Drivers License in good standing required
• Enjoys working outdoors and able to work in inclement weather conditions
• Physically fit, able to lift and carry heavy materials and to perform repetitive tasks involving bending, stretching, walking and kneeling.
• Must be able to operate a range of equipment from simple handheld tools to power tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience in utility vehicle operation an asset (internal training provided)
• Must participate in chainsaw safety training; this training is provided to successful candidates.

Responsibilities

• Operates light and heavy utility vehicles including tractors, side‑by‑sides, snowmobiles, pickup trucks, and mini excavators to accomplish daily tasks.
• Performs maintenance on snowmaking and trail maintenance equipment.
• Installs and maintains snowmaking equipment and infrastructure.
• Adjusts snowmaking operations, gun settings and direction based on weather and responds to changes.
• Installs, positions and maintains protective post padding, signage, ribbons and fencing.
• Trims and removes fallen trees or other hazardous items from trails and waterways using chainsaws and other equipment.

Benefits

• Complimentary and discounted access to Blue Mountain attractions for you and your family, including the Adventure Park, private beach, gondola, hiking, and preferred golf rates.
• Save on meals across resort restaurants and cafés, including Starbucks.
• Exclusive discounts at all Blue Mountain-owned retail stores.
• Work in an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and well-being, with access to free therapy and wellness resources.
• Join a vibrant team community with employee events all summer, including but not limited to Sunset Hikes, Under the Big Top, Ice Cream Day and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed