Slope Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Slope Maintenance Helper is responsible for assisting with the maintenance, improvement, and preparation of Bear Valley Mountain Resort's ski slopes and mountain infrastructure during the spring, summer, and fall seasons. This position supports trail maintenance, erosion control, terrain park fabrication, snowmaking system maintenance, and general Mountain Operations projects. Employees may also assist other resort departments, including Building Maintenance and Lift Maintenance, as operational needs require.

This position requires individuals who enjoy working outdoors, operating equipment, performing physical labor, and contributing to projects that improve the guest experience and prepare the mountain for winter operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and the qualifications for the position. The job description is not intended to be inclusive of all duties an individual in the position might be asked to perform or of all the qualifications that may be required now or in the future. We will not ask you to perform a task that is inherently unsafe or that you are not adequately trained to perform. When we do ask for your assistance with any job, we expect an enthusiastic and cooperative response.

Trail Maintenance

• Assist with construction and maintenance of ski trails and mountain access roads.
• Perform brushing, tree trimming, vegetation removal, and hazard mitigation.
• Install and maintain trail signs, fencing, and boundary markers.
• Operate hand and power tools safely.
• Assist with grading and preparation of ski runs.

Erosion Control

• Install water bars, drainage ditches, culverts, and erosion control systems.
• Repair trail washouts and damaged slopes.
• Spread seed, mulch, erosion blankets, and other stabilization materials.
• Maintain drainage systems throughout the resort.

Terrain Park Fabrication

• Assist in the fabrication, repair, painting, and maintenance of terrain park rails, boxes, and features.
• Operate metalworking equipment including grinders, saws, drills, and welding equipment when trained.
• Prepare terrain park features for winter installation.
• Maintain fabrication shop cleanliness and organization.

Snowmaking System Maintenance

• Assist with summer inspection, maintenance, and repair of snowmaking infrastructure.
• Repair and maintain hydrants, valves, pedestals, snow guns, hoses, compressors, and pipelines.
• Assist with pressure testing, painting, lubrication, and preventative maintenance.
• Prepare snowmaking equipment for winter operations.

General Mountain Operations

• Assist Grooming, Lift Maintenance, Building Maintenance, Terrain Park, and other Mountain Operations departments as assigned.
• Operate ATVs, UTVs, pickup trucks, trailers, and other equipment after training.
• Load, unload, and transport materials and equipment throughout the resort.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Complete daily work logs and report maintenance issues to supervisors.
• Follow all company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with the marketing and events teams to meet the visual and functional needs of on-hill venues.

Skills and Competencies

• Experience with construction, landscaping, trail work, welding, fabrication, or heavy equipment is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Schedules

Weather, snow conditions and the number of guests play a large role in the work scheduling of Bear Valley employees.

When conditions are normal, you may be expected to work 40 up to 48 hours per week, including weekends and holidays. During busy periods – especially the holiday periods in December and the months of January and February – you may be expected to work six (6) days a week, and/or up-to 10 hour shifts.

You must arrange for transportation to work so that you arrive at your designated workstation at the scheduled time. Keep in mind that you will often be required to drive on hilly, snowpacked, and icy road.

Working Conditions

This position is performed primarily outdoors and may require working in:

• Heat, rain, wind, dust, mud, uneven terrain, high elevations, variable mountain weather conditions.

Employees may also work inside maintenance shops while performing fabrication, welding, painting, or equipment repairs.

Uniforms

A professional appearance at Bear Valley is required. Please wear your name tag and uniform at all times during your scheduled shift. We will provide some of the uniform for you to do your job. This uniform is for work hours ONLY, no exceptions. You will be required to provide some items as part of your job such as suitable work boots.

All hats worn must have the Bear Valley logo while on shift.

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The skiing/riding employee represents a model for safe skiing for both the guest and fellow employees. You are required to be aware of all safe skiing procedures, trail closures, and out-of-bounds policies of the mountain.