CNC Snowmaker - Kananaskis, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Kananaskis, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 47537

Ministry:
Forestry and Parks

Location:
Kananaskis Region

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Seasonal (November 2023 till January 2024)

Scope:
Open

Classification:
Maintenance Service Worker 1

About Us:

Provincial Parks are essential to the quality of life that Albertans enjoy. They conserve our natural landscapes and wildlife habitat and offer a broad range of nature-based outdoor recreational opportunities.

Alberta's parks inspire people to discover, value, protect, and enjoy the natural world and the benefits it provides for current and future generations.

For more information on the Kananaskis Region within Alberta Forestry and Parks, visit

Role:

Do you enjoy winter outdoor work? Are you interested in supporting the trail snowmaking program, which provides exceptional Nordic ski experiences to visitors and athletes within Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park?

The Canmore Nordic Centre (CNC) is home to world class winter events and the Kananaskis Region of the Alberta Parks is looking to fill several seasonal snow-maker positions for the winter season that runs from approximately November 6, 2023, to mid or end of January 2024, pending snowmaking and operational needs.

Snowmaking staff are instrumental in rolling out the seasonal snow program and contribute to a positive visitor experience by maintaining both performance and recreational Nordic ski trails and facilities, while respectfully interacting with park visitors in Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park.

Snowmaker duties include, but are not limited to:

Safe operation and maintenance of snowmaking fan guns and air/water guns, pumps, compressors, valves, hoses and tools
Operating sidebysides, snow machines, ATV's, trucks, and mobile machinery
Assisting with trail packing, grooming and track setting
Interacting with the public in a professional manner and maintaining visitor experience
Working independently with limited supervision
Using good judgment and having the ability to work independently as well as part of a team

To also be successful in this role, you will need to:

Ensure there is adherence to all pertinent policies, procedures, and protocols, including Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Government of Alberta guidelines,
Have a mechanical aptitude and equipment operating experience including the ability to troubleshoot equipment and the ability to work outdoors in the winter for long periods of time
Have the ability to support and work with other team members within the Kananaskis Region and at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
If needed, lead and participate in emergency and evacuation protocols to provide support to visitors and staff in an emergency situation

Qualifications:

Education:

Some high school education

Assets:

Valid Class 5 Drivers License
Recognized Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certificate
Experience with snowmaking operations, operating snowmobiles, ATV's, tractors or agricultural equipment
Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills to identify mechanical or operational issues
Welldeveloped oral and written English skills to effectively communicate with others
Familiarity with Nordic skiing (Classic, Biathlon, Skate)
Familiarity with Kananaskis Region and surrounding area

APS Competencies:

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans.

We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

The following link will assist you with understanding competencies:

Agility - You will demonstrate self-initiative to take on additional tasks when conditions do not allow for maximized snow production operations.

Drive for Results - You will be responsible to meet timelines and objectives for snow production delivery programs.

Build Collaborative Environments - You will work with Grooming and Event Teams, Shop Supervisor, your direct Supervisor and Management team to meet program outcomes.

Creative Problem Solving -You will use your skills to effectively manage assignments in regards to snowmaking routes and address equipment mechanical or functional challenges.

Salary:

Based on a 40 hour work week, $ $ 23.86 per hour - Salary is currently under review.

Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation leave.