Bike Trail Crew

Do you enjoy outdoor adventure? How about meeting like-minded individuals who share a passion for mountain culture? Does a free season pass sound like a good perk to you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies is the place you want to work.

Fernie Alpine Resort is looking to fill the position of Bike Trail Crew. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, physically fit, have intermediate to advanced mountain biking skills and be comfortable working in an outdoor mountain environment. Come join our team and enjoy perks such as employee events, food and beverage discounts, and much much more!

You Will:

• Ensure a safe, comfortable and friendly atmosphere for both guests and staff
• Perform detailed trail inspections, observe and note deficiencies, areas of potential hazard or improvement
• Complete required trail maintenance in an efficient and effective manor using a variety of tools and equipment
• Assist with trail design and construction following industry and resort standards
• Assist with equipment and tool inventory, maintenance and storage
• Maintain records, logs, and assist with accident investigations
• Ride mountain bikes within resort policy perimeters; including managing speed, choice of appropriate terrain for ability level, maintenance of personal equipment, and wearing of safety gear (full face helmet, body armor, appropriate footwear, gloves)
• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment within company policies.
• Assess risks and hazards on the mountain
• Adhere to company policy as it relates to your job and conduct while at work
• Have a high level of willingness to participate in department training and required tasks proving ongoing commitment and increase in skill level and ability
• Have the ability to take initiative in developing work projects and perform duties independent of direct supervision
• Know and adhere to the policies, rules and protocols outlined in the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Employee Handbook
• Know and follow all safe work procedures included in the Safety Management Program
• Know and comply with all expectations of the Injury Management/Return-to-Work Programs
• Perform other tasks and duties that are applicable

You Have:

• The physical capability and reliability to work 10hr days in all weather conditions
• A strong commitment to safety
• Intermediate or higher mountain biking skills
• Hand tool equipment operation experience (Pulaski, shovel, weedwhacker…)
• Previous Chainsaw experience (an asset, although training will be provided)
• Small to medium machine operation experience (an asset, although training will be provided)
• First Aid Certification (an asset)
• S-100 Fire Suppression Course (an asset)
• Work Safe Chainsaw Operators Certification (an asset)