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Timberline

Freestyle Groomer - WINTER

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What they do

An Animal Trainer trains animals to become familiar with human voices and contact, and to respond to commands. Trains dogs to assist people with disabilities. May train animals for a health, competition, or show. May train other animals such as horses, dolphins, and apes.

$42,782 / year median in Oregon

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Description:
Daily grooming and maintenance of freestyle terrain, build terrain features using snow-cat. Operate Piston Bully snow-cats and other snow vehicles operated by RLK and Company. This position will start once the snow flies.
Requirements:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Operate snow-cat at a high level, creating all products. Operate snow machines according to operating manual and Timberline safety protocols/policies in all conditions within the ski area. Flexibility with shifts, hours and scope of work. Maintain awareness of upcoming weather conditions and anticipate strategies to uphold quality of grooming product and daily operations of department. Complete daily logs, checks, fueling and additional paperwork as required. Daily cleaning of snow-cat. Daily work plans as delegated by Freestyle Grooming Manager. Communicate effectively with Freestyle Grooming Manager and crew. Assist with planning and design of freestyle terrain. Open and willing to learn from and teach other crew members. Work independently in absence of Freestyle Grooming Manager. Provide consistent Terrain Park products. Accept direction from Freestyle Grooming Manager. Assist with special event needs. Assist flat trackers as needed. Actively participate in RLK and Company's Health & Safety Program by identifying and reporting potential hazards, reporting incidents, and promoting a healthy workplace. Exercise sound judgment and awareness regarding language, behavior, and dress and grooming. Regular and reliable attendance.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be professional in words and actions at all times. Must have excellent communication skills. Must have a high level of Snow-cat operation skills. Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. Must have excellent mechanical aptitude Must have valid drivers' license Must submit 3-year DMV Driving Record and be approved by Timberline driving standards. Must provide equipment essential to cat operation as listed in training manual.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to lift 80 lbs. Must be able to work in but not limited to snow, icy, uneven and slippery conditions. Must be able to work in extreme conditions such as but not limited to sun, cold, wind, rain. Must be able to sit majority of shift. Must be able to perform repeated movement for long periods. Must be able to Ski/Snowboard all terrain park runs, not hitting features.