Position Closes: When all roles are filled.

Specific Accountabilities

- Operation of snow guns utilizing; high pressure water, high voltage electricity and compressed air.
- Assess snow quality as it is made and adjust the water and/ or air flow to snow guns
- Reporting findings and conditions in the logbook
- Set up, take down and move snowmaking equipment from one location to another. Sometimes by hand or by machine, to maintain snowmaking efficiency
- Conduct regular maintenance checks on equipment, including checking water pipes, fluid levels and volume, energy consumption, and diesel fuel systems
- Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists
- Perform maintenance or repairs on a variety of ski hill equipment
- Shovel snow, remove snow on or around snowmaking equipment and other areas around the ski area as needed with hand tools.
- Work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures
- Safely drive snowmobiles, trucks, ATVs, and snowcats as necessary in a safe and productive manner.
- Always use the appropriate personal protective equipment required for the various types of work to be done as per OH&S; Standards.
- Perform general maintenance, pre-operation checks and housekeeping of buildings, equipment, snow guns and hoses.
- Work closely with, and assist other departments such as Grooming, Rental Shop, Lift Operations / Maintenance, and Chalet Maintenance
- Safely climb ladders and towers.
- Abide by all mountain rules and regulations at all times on or off the job.
- Ask for help or clarification when uncertain.
- May at no time be impaired by the influence of any form of drugs or alcohol be it legal or recreational.
- Other duties as assigned by management or supervisor.

Skills, Interests and Values

- Snowmaking experience is an asset.




- Good communication / written skills and able to accurately follow instructions.
- Good mechanical aptitude, preferably demonstrated in previous experience.
- Manual dexterity/grasp of hand to use all tools and equipment.
- Ability to think and work efficiently independently and unsupervised.
- Ability to remain composed when faced with unexpected problems and stressful situations.
- Skidoo, Quad and/or snow cat experience is an asset.
- Community involvement would be considered as an asset.

Work Conditions

- This position is seasonal from approximately mid-November to mid-December, shifts are up to 12 hours, and will include night hours, weekends and holidays weather permitting.
- Working in adverse weather conditions and terrain such as: exposure to cold/heat wind, snow, hard packed snow, water, etc.
- Be able to work alone and follow company policy and safety programs at all times while doing so.
- Physically able to perform manual tasks.
- Must be able to pull, lift or drag 75lbs or more and stand for long periods of time.
- Duties may require ability to stand and walk for extended period of time with some bending, crawling, twisting with weight.
- A clean, up to date Vulnerable Sector Check and Intervention Record Check are required.
- Additional opportunities for season long employment in a different department exist.

Personal Requirements

- Prior snowmobile or equipment operation experience preferred
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must at all times be fit for duty and not under the influence of any forms of drugs or alcohol be it prescription or recreational
- All staff over 18 will be part of the evacuation team and must be fit for duty to climb towers and ladders, properly rig evacuation belay devices, ensuring all components are in correct operational status, and be responsible for the lives of our patrons

Job Type: Temporary Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Snowmaker / Light Facility Maintenance (Peace River)
🏢 Misery Mountain Ski Area
📍 Peace River