Nordic Operations (Winter Season)

Target Start Date:

As our recruitment video says “Not your ordinary 9 to 5”.

We look for applicants that share in our passion for the outdoors and will embrace all that SilverStar has to offer.

SilverStar is part of the POWDR Group. POWDR is an Adventure Lifestyle Company® that is locally-focused and delivers soulful experiences because that’s what matters to our guests and communities.

The role of a Nordic Ops Staff member is to embrace a wide range of tasks and responsibilities which contribute towards the successful & daily Nordic operations at Silver Star Mountain Resort.

The position requires a person to be involved with the following activities;

(i) Grooming

(ii) Ticket control

(iii) Special events

(iv) Trail maintenance

(v) Hut maintenance.

Nordic operations at Silver Star is a 7 day/week operation and scheduling may need to vary.

Responsibilities

Operating a snowmobile to maintain a high standard of trail grooming for cross country skiers with small grooming implements.

Liaise with skiing public to ensure ticketing requirements are met on both cross country, snowshoe and fat bike trails.

Provide a snowmobile escort to the maintenance shop for the Nordic Groomer on a daily basis.

Assist with Nordic special events.

Maintain and assist with the development of trail signage. Identify & address potential trail hazards.

Identify & address required work and/or items for Nordic huts in order to operate at a high standard of cleanliness &, functionality.

Assist with and contribute to general mountain operations when requested. Maintain quality of trail system and associated signage on snowshoe and fat bike trails.

Identify and address ongoing improvements for the trail system.

Ongoing maintenance and communication with mechanics for the small machines (snowmobile) and grooming implements.

Appropriate logging of all daily, weekly, monthly tasks.

Understanding and adhering to the SilverStar OH&S standards.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Some understanding of Nordic skiing Ability to work outside in all temperatures and snow conditions for 8 hours.

Self-starter and able to follow directions

An understanding of Silver Star Mountain Resort trail system – both alpine and Nordic Good communication skills (oral & written) Excellent customer services skills.

Knowledge & experience of grooming equipment and operations would be an asset. Experience operating a snowmobile.

Physically fit. Able to do physical work and/or be working outside on foot all day. Experience working with hand and power tools.

Employee Benefits:

As an employee there are many benefits including:

Hours and Wage:

Full Time/ Seasonal

$18.00/hr

At SilverStar, we intend to Play Forever. We believe there is nothing better for the soul than to live a balanced life full of adventure, and we believe those in the future should have the same opportunities we have today. To make this happen, SilverStar is committed to doing all we can to protect the environment and enable participation in adventure.

If you care about the environment and are looking for a memorable, fun role that enhances people’s lives whilst having fun SilverStar is the place to be.