Summer Trail Crew- Private Club
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.