Cape Smokey

Full-Time

Weekends Evenings Nights Shift Holidays

Description

Cape Smokey is located on Cape Breton Island, the # 1 ranked Island in North America. A storied land with more tales to be written. Rich in natural beauty, with a deep sense of cultural roots, Cape Breton Island is known for its warmth and generous need to share it with the world. Locals know it’s a place for all seasons; Now it’s your turn to see for yourself.

Job Summary:

Cape Smokey is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic Snow Specialist to develop and maintain the hill year round.  This is a permenant position.  A snow specialist is trained in one or more key elements of snow resort maintenance including; snow making, grooming, trail cutting, maintenance and/or repairs. The ideal candidate takes pleasure in shaping the guest experience, knowing they personally will enjoy a good run in winter or hike in summer.  Snow specialists are outdoor enthusiasts and natural ambassadors for the year round snow resort experience, embodying the lifestyle and inspiring others.  

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in one or more areas of snow resort operations, including; maintenance, grooming, snow making or trail building (Landscaping)/maintenance

• Certified training an asset

• Ability to build and follow maintenance schedules

• Experience with preventative maintenance

• Experience working in the winter and summer at a snow resort an asset

• Experience developing and maintaining safety standards

• Experience developing budgets and estimates to carry out work/repairs

• Understanding of supply chains

• Awareness of global industry standards

Requirements

Tasks

• Record weather information and other data
• Determine snow quality and equipment required
• Monitor equipment to detect wear and damage
• Monitor safety area
• Set up and operate air/water snow gun
• Operate fan snow gun
• Perform maintenance on rides and equipment
• Utilize computers in snow making operations
• Clean and maintain recreational facilities and grounds
• Monitor snow making operation
• Secure and release safety belts and bars
• Shut down snow making plant
• Drive trucks, vans and other vehicles to transport amusement rides, games and other attractions to amusement attraction sites
• Operate snowmobiles
• Operate all-terrain vehicles (ATV)
• Operate 4-wheel drive vehicles
• Check motor room equipment, gear boxes, carriage and tension systems and other equipment for safe operation
• Change propane tanks
• Assist with ski lift and snow maintenance operations

Skills:

• Problem solving

• Solutions oriented

• Customer focused

• Integrity

• Accountability

Rewards:

• FREE Season Pass to ski/snowboard (Including his immediate family)

• Training sessions

• Discounts on food

• Discounts in retail store

• Deals on ski and snowboard equipment

• Staff accommodation for qualified candidates

• Uniform provided

Language of Work: English
Hours: This position is a full-time,  for 40 hours per week.
Salary: The qualified applicant will be paid an houroly wage of $22 - $25 per hour
Position Type: Permanent/year-round
Start Date: ASAP

We offer accommodation, food and other discounts, winter passes and benefits for full-time year-round employees.

Come Live, Work and Play at Cape Smokey!

 Apply to:

Hiring Manager

Cape Smokey

38696 Cabot Trail Road

Ingonish Beach, Nova Scotia

B0C 1L0

Canada

(902) 517-0371

www.capesmokey.ca

hr@capesmokeyholding.com

Location Information

Community

Ingonish Beach

County

Victoria County

Province

Nova Scotia

Country

Canada

Opportunity Information

Employer

Cape Smokey

NOC Code

—

Experience Required

Yes

Available Openings

6

Pay Type

Hourly

Pay Period

To be Determined

Remuneration Per Pay Period

$25.00/hour

Estimated Weekly Hours

35.00

Start Date

June 1st 2023

End Date

—

Language

English

Posted on

April 6th 2023

Expires

February 29th 2024