Posted 2 months ago
Groomer
@ Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
Golden, British Columbia
Overview
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies is hiring a full-time or temporary Groomer to operate snow-grooming equipment and keep mountain terrain safe and in shape. The work includes equipment checks, snow removal, slope maintenance and flexible shifts in extreme weather. Pay is hourly, from $19.77 to $26.27 depending on level.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and inspect snow-grooming equipment before and after each shift
- Perform daily light maintenance and fueling of machines
- Maintain slopes and high-traffic areas, including snow removal and snow farming
- Log grooming data and report hazards to Mountain Safety
Requirements summary:
- Previous experience operating snow-grooming equipment
- Excellent safety record
- Mechanical aptitude and understanding of equipment operation and maintenance
- Basic understanding of mountain resort and ski terrain needs
- Excellent communication skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Source type not verified · startdate
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-01
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, holidays, weekends, overnight |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Employee discount, Free or discounted meals |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
Our mission is to provide our guests with the best vacation and recreational experience possible.
Full company description
Proudly Canadian, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada including: Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta; Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in British Columbia and Mont-Sainte Anne and Stoneham in Quebec. We have an incurable obsession with snow, but in addition to our ski resorts; we also own and operate a number of accommodation properties, golf courses and a central reservation agency. Our hotels include the Slopeside Mountain Lodge & Lizard Creek Lodge at Fernie Alpine Resort, the Trickle Creek Lodge and the Polaris Lodge at Kimberley Alpine Resort as well as various rental properties in Stoneham, Quebec. Our golf courses include Trickle Creek Golf Resort in Kimberley (Rated in Canada’s Top Ten by Golf Digest), Wintergreen Golf & Country Club in Bragg Creek and Le Grand Vallon near Mont-Sainte Anne. Summer sightseeing lifts operate at both Fernie Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, both which also offer fantastic Downhill Mountain Biking and mountain top dining throughout the summer season. Fernie Alpine Resort is also home to the New Aerial Park & Zipline Adventure Centre in the summer, while Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is home to Canada’s Largest Protected Grizzly Bear Habitat – home to Boo the Bear
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,928
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 169
- Reported office locations
- 1505 17th Avenue S.W, Calgary , Alberta T2T 0E2, CA
- Other recorded names
- Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Proudly Canadian, Resorts of the Canadian Rockies Inc. is the largest private ski resort owner/operator in North America, owning six ski resorts across Canada including: Nakiska Ski Area in Alberta; Fernie Alpine Resort, Kimberley Alpine Resort and Kicking Horse Mountain Resort in British Columbia and Mont-Sainte Anne and Stoneham in Quebec. We have an incurable obsession with snow, but in addition to our ski…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Leisure, Travel & Tourism |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Calgary , Alberta |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 76 |
| View page |
You Will:
- Safely operate grooming equipment, completing pre and post trip inspections of machinery.
- Perform daily light maintenance (topping up fluids, cleaning interior and exterior, greasing, and fueling of machine).
- Recognize and report unusual noises and conditions to the Maintenance team.
- Complete daily vehicle log sheets and daily data input form.
- Maintain high traffic areas with rebuilding and maintaining slopes.
- Perform snow removal and snow farming (including snowmaking and snow fencing).
- Relay grooming information to Security for the daily grooming report.
- Record and report any potential hazards to Mountain Safety.
- Be an advocate for health and safety, ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
- Work flexible shifts, including afternoons, graveyards, holidays and weekends, in extreme weather conditions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
You Have:
- Previous experience operating snow-grooming equipment, with an excellent safety record.
- Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic operations and maintenance of equipment.
- A basic understanding of mountain resort maintenance and ski/snowboarding terrain needs.
- A team-oriented approach and a desire to make a positive contribution to the entire resort.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse range of people.
We Offer:
- Competitive Wage (per hour):
- Groomer Level 1: $19.77 - $22.35
- Groomer Level 2: $20.11 - $23.11
- Groomer Level 3: $21.16 - $24.16
- Groomer Level 4: $22.21 - $25.21
- Groomer Level 5: $23.27 - $26.27
- Mountain Access Perks: Complimentary RCR staff pass with full mountain access, reciprocal resort tickets, and discounted friends & family lift tickets.
- Staff Discounts: Save on food & beverage, rentals, retail, and hotel accommodations.
- Employee Events & Recognition: Enjoy year-round staff events and get recognized through our employee awards program.
- A Great Team: Work alongside a passionate and fun team who love to share the RCR mountain experience.
Interested? Please apply with your resume.
We regret that only those applicants eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship may be considered for seasonal roles. We are an equal opportunity employer and look forward to hearing from all qualified applicants. We thank all applicants for their interest in Kicking Horse Mountain Resort; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.