On-Call Snow Removal Laborer - Winter Season

Who We Are:  At 67 miles away, Winter Park is the closest ski resort to Denver. With easy access to 765,000 acres of public land, Winter Park is home to endless adventures. Whether you are looking to have your first taste of a winter season or to build a long-term career, we have something for everyone.  

Perks & Benefits:

• Free season pass to Winter Park and all Alterra Resorts
• Discounted friends & family tickets
• Medical, dental, vision, life, paid parental leave and more for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match - up to 4%
• Mental health resources for all employees
• Food & beverage and retail discounts 
• Onsite employee childcare based on availability
• Discounted equipment rentals, pro-deals, and more

POSITION SUMMARY:

This part-time position requires manual labor as necessary for the purpose of snow removal during early mornings before quests arrive. Snow removal operations utilize shovels, snowblowers and roof rakes to clear pedestrian walkways, entrances and exits of buildings, stairways, decks and roofs. Must be in excellent physical condition able to with stand sub-zero temperatures and lift heavy weights. Applicant should be outgoing, a team player, hardworking and demonstrate the ability to work independently.

WAGE:

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of Winter Park Resorts hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Winter Park Resorts total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.

Hourly pay range: $19.50- $21.50 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Snow removal by hand or snow blower around decks, stairs, roofs and walkways.
• Spread ice melt and sand on icy areas
• Dig out signs, ski racks, trash cans, benches and other objects
• Report safety hazards to appropriate individuals
• Report on time when called in for work
• Be able to fulfill commitment for entire winter season
• Ability to get to Resort by 2am for shift (requires personal transportation)
• Must be available a minimum of 3 on call shifts per week
• Responds to emergency situations including fire, building evacuation, vehicle and pedestrian accidents, flooding, lift failure, and accident evacuation. Assists Security, municipal police and fire departments, and other protective service agencies as necessary.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs of all contract work performed.
• Assists other work groups as necessary and performs other duties as directed.

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Reliable, hardworking, ability to work independently.
   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Strenuous activity in the form of heavy lifting for purposes of snow removal
• Vision occurs continuously with functional depth perception.
• Talking & hearing occurs continuously in the process of communicating with co-workers and supervisors.
• Capable of climbing ladders
• Capable of lifting above head level
   

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSING:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a reliable personal transportation for early morning calls.
• Operate snow blower.
• Be in good physical condition.
• Able to perform moderate to heavy lifting.
• Withstand sub-zero temperatures.
   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be able to lift 30-50lbs repetitively.
• Be in good physical condition
• Have an operational phone, if cell phone, have adequate service to receive calls
• Keep phone within hearing distance and be capable of waking to a call in early morning
• Adequate vision to see in darkness
• Adequate hearing for communication purposes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work in sub-zero temperatures and adverse conditions
• Ability to work in low-light situations
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work at significant heights

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
 

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
 

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

This position description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for the role described above.  With the evolution of Winter Park Resort, the responsibilities of this position may change as may the dates associated with many of the tasks. During these times of change, this position requires the flexibility and willingness to accept new responsibilities and potentially transfer others. It will also be the responsibility of any employee of Winter Park Resort to be a positive influence on the transformation of the resort and its associated lines of business.