CNC Nordic Ski Trail Groomer

**Job Information** Job Requisition ID: 63832 Ministry: Forestry and Parks Location: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park Full or Part-Time: Full-Time Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (or less upon agreement) Permanent/Temporary: Temporary - Wage, Seasonal Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: December 6, 2024 Classification: Maintenance Service Worker 2 (042MWC) **Salary**: $23.38 -$28.34 per hour In addition to regular wages, regular Wage employees receive 11.2% in lieu of benefits and vacation leave: - 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays - 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay In addition to the regular wages and the additional pay in lieu of benefits and vacation, regular wage employees are entitled to shift premium pay: - $3.25 per hour for weekends and holidays - $2.75 per hour for evenings - $5.00 per hour for nights 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 Environment and Parks, visit **Role Responsibilities**: The Canmore Nordic Centre is home to world class winter events and the Kananaskis Region of the Alberta Parks and is looking to fill 1 seasonal trail grooming position for the winter season that runs from approximately mid December to the end of March, 2025. Reporting to the Trails Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible to safely and efficiently pack, groom, trackset and maintain the trail system of the CNC. **Responsibilities include**: - Implement the Winter Grooming Program through the operation of snowcats and snowmobile grooming machines to maximize trail grooming production within the stadiums and out on the ski trails for recreation and performance skiing, - Inspect, maintain and clean the grooming equipment, - Work closely with the Snowmaking Supervisor and Crew Leaders, to coordinate grooming and snow-making operations in a safe and timely manner - Participate in the monitoring, maintenance and safety of all designated trails - Respond to public inquires and address any safety concerns - Perform daily operational checks; assist and support Heavy Duty mechanic and Shop Supervisor with equipment troubleshooting and repairs - Event Management: liaise with Nordic event organizers and course chiefs to meet grooming expectations and assist in the set-up, running and clean-up of winter events **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 - If needed, support and participate in emergency and evacuation protocols to provide support to visitors and staff in an emergency situation - 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. Please**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. This 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 grooming or snow production operations. **Drive for Results** - You will responsible to meet timelines and objectives for grooming and 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 plan shift work, trail grooming routes and address equipment mechanical or functional challenges. **Qualifications**: **Education as per Minimum Recruitment Standards**: - Some high school education and one year related experience **Other Requirements that are mandatory**: - Valid Class 5 Driver’s License - Recognized Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certificate **Additional Assets**: - 500 - 1,000 hrs. experience in operating and maintaining grooming equipment - Experience with snow-making operations, ideally in a Nordic setting - Ability to work both independently and in a team - Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills to identify mechanical or operational issues - Well-developed oral and written English skills to effectively communicate with others - Familiarity with Nordic skiing (Classic, Skate, Biathlon), - F