Snowmaker - Seasonal Overnight Shift

Snowmaker
- Seasonal (18+) Overnight Shift

#8594

Seasonal

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

The ideal Snowmaker for Bear Creek is a guest service focused individual with the ability to help create a positive, memorable experience for our guests. The successful team member will be able to work with their team as well as individually, have good communication skills, be detail oriented and foster the Bear Creek culture by focusing on our guests. This position will be an important member of the Snow making team, creating appropriate snow levels ensuring a safe and enjoyable skiing and snowboarding experience.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

• Set up snow guns and hoses, weighing in excess of 100 lbs
• Be familiar with start-up and shut down of different types of snow guns
• Be responsible for all guns and hoses running in an area that is open to skier traffic. Must be marked with appropriate hazard poles or fencing
• Be responsible for where snow is being made, i.e., not blowing on lifts, in the woods, on buildings, or hill lights & poles
• Responsible for all slope and trail maintenance including lighting fixtures, summer mowing, erosion control, tree trimming, brush clearing
• Attend training in house or off site pertaining to snow making
• Coordinate and communicate with other departments concerning snow making ops
• Coordinate with groomers for moving fan guns, pushing snow and snow making activity
• Be responsible for the quality of snow being made
• Shovel out lift tower pads, buried fencing, covered signs and snow making hydrants
• Move and set up equipment for special events
• Construction and welding projects

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM ALL BCMR TEAM MEMBERS:

• Acknowledge all guests and respond promptly to their needs, however busy and whatever time of day. Ensure unresolved incidents are reported to Manager/Supervisor
• Familiarity with all hotel services/features and local attractions/activities to respond to guest inquiries accurately
• Contribute to the team's success by accomplishing tasks and assisting with projects as needed
• Maintain knowledge and compliance with departmental policies, service procedures, and standards
• Work as a team member to ensure our guests have the best possible experience
• Understand emergency procedures and be able to apply them when necessary
• Report any incidents, property damage or injuries immediately to Manager/Supervisor
• Attend department meetings and training sessions as necessary
• Other duties as assigned by Manager and/or Supervisor
• Support Southern Management's Mission, Vision, and Values
• Comply with Bear Creek and Southern Management's policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a current driver's license
• Work overnight
• Must be flexible to work in all weather conditions
• 6 months of mechanical and or electrical experience preferred
• Availability during peak operating times, i.e.: weekends, holidays and special events

JOB KNOWLEDGE &

SKILLS:

• Basic mechanical skills
• Knowledge of snow making operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of motors and control system operation and maintenance
• Sound mechanical background with motors and compressors
• Basic electrical understanding
• Basic knowledge concerning erosion control
• Push/pull and/or lift in excess of 100 pounds
• Balance and walk on slippery, uneven surfaces
• Tolerate cold & wet weather
• Anticipate and avoid hazards
• Have the ability to operate a snowmobile in adverse conditions on rugged terrain

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & EVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands data elements provide a systematic way of describing the physical activities that an occupation requires of a worker. The assessment of these elements is focused primarily on the physical demands of the job - not the physical capacities of the worker. Physical Demand refers to the level and/or duration of physical exertion generally required to perform occupational tasks (sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling).

• Alternate Sit/Stand or Walk at Will :
  The ability to alternate between sitting and standing is present when a worker has the flexibility to choose between sitting or standing as needed when this need cannot be accommodated by scheduled breaks and/or lunch period.
• Climbing Ramps/Stairs :
  Ascending or descending ramps and/or stairs using feet and legs. Hands and arms may be used for balance (e.g., to hold a railing).
  
  Note:
  
  Stairs involved in commute/getting into building are excluded if work is always performed in one building. Stairs onto a vehicle or a…