Snowmaking Lead

Conservation Halton was created to protect, restore and manage the natural resources in our watershed but we have grown to become so much more. Today, we protect our communities and conserve our natural environment through planning, education and recreation and to support our partners in the creation of sustainable communities within our watershed.

We are looking to build our team with the kind of inspired, ambitious, and strategic people who are not satisfied with the status quo, are excited by the opportunity in every challenge and are driven by meaningful, measurable results. If you are looking to join an environmentally focused and socially conscious community organization, then we are looking for you

Conservation Halton is proud to be recognized as one of Hamilton-Niagara’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.

**Department**:Snowmaking

**Type of Contract**: Contract, Seasonal

**Work Location**:Milton, ON, L9E 0C6

**CH Site**: Glen Eden

**Posting Start Date**:September 5, 2025

**Posting End Date**:November 3, 2025

**Your Opportunity**:
The primary responsibilities of this position include:

- Support GE snowmaking program, including completion of daily operational logs, staff records and other associated tasks
- Supervise shifts, in the absence of the coordinator, to ensure snowmaking programs proceed as planned
- Adjusting, relocating, turning, or moving of snow guns, sometimes by hand, to maintain snowmaking efficiency
- Maintain all safety barriers, padding, and guards around snowmaking equipment
- Conduct regular maintenance checks on equipment, including checking water pipes, fluid levels and volume, temperature controls, energy consumption, and diesel fuel systems
- Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists
- Ensure Conservation Halton roads, parking lots, and walkways are clear of snow and sanded
- Responsible for operating specialized seasonal maintenance and other equipment (eg. Plow trucks, Tractors, Snowmobiles, large mowers)
- Support with completion and maintenance of snowmaking staff training
- Work closely with and assist other departments such as Grooming, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations
- Work in accordance with the Conservation Halton’s Safety Policies & Procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations and all other related manuals
- Other duties as assigned

**Your Qualifications**:

- Ability to work a flexible schedule (days, overnights, weekends, and holidays) when optimal temperatures provide for the best snowmaking
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions (including adverse weather - snow, ice), on varied terrain
- Related certification or experience in field operations, equipment operations (small and heavy equipment) and/or maintenance
- Ability to do basic system troubleshooting, awareness of the dangers involved with high-pressure vessels, and knowledge of restarting a system after an emergency shutdown
- Skiing and snowboarding experience is an asset
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to a variety of tasks as required
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand, and walk for long periods of time
- A valid Ontario Drivers Licence, minimum Class “G”, with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract is required. _*Abstract completed by Conservation Halton_.
- First Aid and CPR training is an asset

**Your Reward**:

- Starting at $27.02 per hour
- Part time and full-time hours available; hours may vary depending on availability.
- The position’s expected start date is November 3rd, 2025
- You will work in an inspiring setting with views of the Niagara Escarpment and no traffic lights for several miles.
- You will work with a creative, talented, and solutions-focused team.
- You will work for an organization that provides flexible work arrangements and places tremendous value on professional development and wellness of its employees.
- Free access to Conservation Halton and Conservation Ontario parks
- Season passes for Glen Eden
- Discounts on Conservation Halton/Glen Eden services, food and merchandise

**Our Core Values**:
**Diversity and Inclusion** - We endeavor to understand, accept and appreciate the value of our differences and encourage authenticity.

**Learning and Innovation** - We embrace the need for continuous improvement, the opportunity to learn from others and the benefits of sharing knowledge.

**Person-Centered Service** - We make people a priority through customer-centred engagement, predictive problem-solving and high-quality service.

**Collaboration** - We seek out and trust in the skills, expertise and experience of others in order to achieve our common ambition.

**Sustainability** - We consider the environmental impact of everything we do and always keep future generations in mind when making decisions.

**Integrity** - We make decisions with accountability, transpare