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Job Title: Terrain Hike Park Hand Crew
Job Status: Seasonal
Compensation and Benefits:
- Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $17.50 to $19.20+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.
- Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
Job Summary:
Works primarily under the supervision of the Terrain Park Manager, Hand Crew Supervisor, and Hand Crew Leads. Performs a variety of tasks in a utility role, rotating through assignments as directed by the Supervisor. Responsible for monitoring and maintaining terrain features in the terrain parks and other designated areas on a scheduled cycle. Serves as a guest-facing representative, promoting safety awareness, freestyle terrain etiquette, crowd supervision, and positive guest relations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for opening and closing the Terrain Parks daily in accordance with the parameters established by the Manager
- Responsible for continued maintenance, raking and shoveling of every feature in Terrain Park
- Installing and maintaining park signage, closures, trail markings, fencing, wind blades, banners etc.
- Responsible for daily placement of branding with drill and if needed event banners
- Responsible for assisting in the installation of Terrain Park Features
- Responsible for riding the parks and being a presence on snow, rain or shine and acting as host
- Responsible for assisting in any manner with photo shoots, events, contests etc. within the terrain parks or any other area
- Responsible for understanding that job hours may vary and run long with a focus on weekends, holidays and events
- Responsible for implementation and adherence to all risk management, health, and safety protocols
- Responsible for educating staff and guests on all safety items set forth by Copper Mountain, Smart Style, and the Responsibility Code
- Help with feature ideas, design input, and give feedback on how the parks are performing.
Personal Attributes:
- Is honest and has the highest integrity
- Is able to handle and manage confidential information
- Professional appearance. Adheres to all grooming guidelines
- Follows established policies and procedures
- Is supportive of Core Values
- Sets the example for others and is above reproach
- Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.
- Is organized in tasks. Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.
- Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment
- Is flexible with hours and days of work
- Is able to work any hours of the day, any day of the week
- Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life
Basic Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be able to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to work in a cold alpine environment on uneven terrain for long periods of time.
- Must have a valid US Driver’s license.
- Must be able to communicate with immediate supervisor—oral and written.
- Must be able to follow all policies as described in the employee handbook.
- Must be able to ski/ride with tools or equipment.
- Required to use hand tools such as rakes, shovels, drills, etc.
- Must be able to be to work on-time.
- This position may require the use of a mountain radio/walkie-talkies for communication
Preferred Experience and Special Skills:
- Must have friendly, outgoing personality with commitment to always provide the best experience for the guests.
- Must be cool headed and able to receive criticism from guests.
- Must be a hard-working team player and a self-starter able to take initiative.
- Must have strong skiing or snowboarding skills and have knowledge of freestyle skiing/riding.
- Any event/contest experiences an asset.
- Any First Aid/CPR certification an asset
