Job Title/Position: Summer Trail Crew

Job Summary/Essential Functions:

The trail crew position is a summer seasonal position. Trail crew members will conduct a wide variety of mountain operation tasks. This position will require working outside in a variety of weather conditions and a high level of fitness is necessary. This is an hourly position regularly scheduled at 40 hours a week.

Job Duties:

• Performs a wide variety of mountain operations/patrol tasks.

• Uses chainsaws, brush cutters and hand saws to thin forest and make trails.

• Digs holes and installs signposts and fixed area boundary posts.

• Builds and paints signs, flag rope and other tasks as necessary to prepare for winter operations.

• Installs wind fencing and other on-mountain projects.

• Assists with lift and Avalauncher installation as needed.

• Installs bomb trams and other snow safety infrastructure.

• Maintains and sharpens equipment as necessary.

• Provides medical care to mountain employees and construction workers.

• Trains and operates as on-call wildland firefighters.

Licenses and Special Requirements:

• Safety equipment is required (metal or reinforced toe footwear)

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with others.

• A willingness to safely do whatever task is needed to get the job done.

• Solid decision-making skills.

• The ability to hike in steep terrain with packs weighing up to 50 pounds and lift/carry equipment and materials weighing 70 pounds or more.

• Walking through and working in uneven and rugged terrain and tolerate inclement weather.

• Comfortable operating a variety of hand and power tools up to 10 hours a day.

• Safely operate company vehicles including trucks, side-by-sides and snowmobiles

• Must have a valid driver’s license.

• Must be willing to follow WPR policies and procedures.

• Must be 18 years of age.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Use two-way radios and emergency contact options.

• Give and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Visually inspect all areas for safety and risk.

• Operate equipment for several hours at a time in challenging weather conditions.

• Retrieve, read, and interpret information from technical sources.

• Stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, twist, turn, bend, kneel, and balance for extended amounts of time.

• Lift up to 50lbs frequently, 25lbs occasionally, 10lbs constantly.

• This is physical position in loud, hot, outdoor areas subject to changing conditions throughout the day.

Classification: seasonal, part-time/full-time, non-exempt

Education/Experience:

• Prior experience on ski patrol, firefighting, trail building, or mountain operations required.

• EMT training or some medical training required.

• Knowledge of fire mitigation and containment preferred.

• Working knowledge of landscaping and power tools.

Position Expectations:

• Maintains neat and professional experience and always observes personal cleanliness rules.

• Self-motivated.

• Member and guest-service oriented.

• Acts professionally.

• Displays a positive attitude toward all (staff, members, guests).

• Courteous towards others.

• Demonstrates a willingness to help others.

• Always acts ethically.

• Works well in a team environment.

• Being creative and proactive.

• Must be aware and able to abide by safety practices.

• Reliable and predictable attendance.

• Wears a clean and presentable uniform.

• Ability to exercise good judgement under pressure.

• Can prioritize needs and effectively manage resources.

• Knowledgeable about and consistently follows policies and procedures as outlined in the employee handbook.

• Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.