Nordic Trail Steward

Location: Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Employee housing program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted onsite daycare
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts

Position Summary

Operate snowmobile and light grooming equipment during the day in variable weather and snow conditions. Maintain snowshoe trails as needed. Create a safe and consistent snow surface product. Monitor trail signage and perform trailside maintenance as required. Assist with ticket checking at the Lodge and on the trails. Work and communicate with the Nordic Center Manager, Grooming Manager, and pm Groomer to ensure scheduled time is productive and efficient. Effectively communicate grooming status and updates with staff and guests, utilizing knowledge and proficiency of Nordic skiing and understanding of snow science. Assist with trail preparation and maintenance for Nordic Center events.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Use snowmobile drag and track setting equipment to groom and compact snow for a consistent snow surface product during and after storms, during events, and as required for daily Nordic ski operations.
• Use snowshoes to maintain snowshoe trails after storms and as needed.
• Clean and maintain Trailside Cabin and picnic areas.
• Monitor weather conditions and advise on grooming status for the Nordic Manager.
• Check the snowmobile daily for optimal operational efficiency. Monitor service hours and notify when service is needed.
• Complete safety training and demonstrate proficiency in the use of chainsaws and hand tools.
• Cut trees, limbs, and brush that endanger or impede skier traffic on trails.
• Understand shop procedures. Report equipment issues clearly and correctly.
• Inform the Nordic Manager or the Grooming Manager of changes or problems.
• Follow all safety protocols.

Secondary Function

Perform pass enforcement duties at the gate, at all trail access points, and on the trails.

Assist with Nordic Center events, including preparation and maintenance of trails and the lodge. May also include working the Nordic Events in roles including crowd control, ticket checking, course monitor, aid station management, tour guide, activity instructor, etc.

Job Scope

Operation of grooming equipment and hand tools during daytime operations to maintain Nordic Ski Trails and Snowshoe Trails for the public in a safe and proficient manner, without causing safety issues and or damage to yourself, co-workers, guests or the equipment being operated or worked around.

Interpersonal Contacts

Daily contact with Nordic and Mt. operations departments, such as but not limited to Patrol, Snow Removal, Building Maintenance, Electrical and Vehicle Maintenance, and Lodge Services.

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications: Current and Valid Driver's License.
• Technical: Experience with snowmobiles, knowledge, and proficiency in Nordic skiing.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to adapt to a changing environment at any given moment. Working for extended periods in harsh winter weather. Frequent shoveling, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Snowshoeing through deep and heavy snow conditions.
• Additional: Experience in front-line guest service/ effective communication skills.

Education/Related Experience

• Minimum education required: Read and Write Clearly.
• Minimum time in related position: Experience preferred but not required.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Such accommodations require an interactive discussion with the Human Resources Department before such accommodations can be made.

• Every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces.

Current Hiring Rate: $16/hr

Minimum Age Requirement: 18+

Come Work Where You Play

Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.