Wagon Master - Winter Season

About the role

Winter Park Resort is seeking a part-time seasonal Grounds Laborer Wagon Master to begin in November. This position involves snow removal in wagons, general fleet maintenance, hauling wagons, and assisting guests in a friendly, helpful manner. The role requires a flexible 3-4 day per week schedule with additional hours during busy periods.

Essential duties

• Remove snow and ice buildup from wagons and wagon areas
• Operate a Japanese mini truck / side by side with trailer
• Repair and clean wagons on a regular basis
• Observe procedures, utilize appropriate safety devices, and participate in equipment training sessions
• Respond to guest and employee concerns in a timely, courteous, and helpful manner
• Respond to emergency situations including fire, building evacuation, vehicle and pedestrian accidents, flooding, lift failure, and accident evacuation
• Assist Security, municipal police and fire departments, and other protective service agencies as necessary
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date logs of all contract work performed
• Assist other work groups as necessary and perform other duties as directed

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid Colorado driver's license
• Must be able to work five days a week including weekends and holidays
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and strong public relations skills
• High school diploma or GED desirable
• Driving experience and small equipment operation experience desirable
• Experience working with the public desirable, with demonstrated ability to remain calm and congenial under stressful conditions
• Familiarity with Winter Park Resort and surrounding services desirable

Pay & benefits

Hourly pay range: $19

• 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

Physical requirements & working conditions

• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Primary work environment is outdoors with high exposure to cold, snow, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc.
• High degree of strenuous activity; often lifting up to 75 pounds throughout the day
• Walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with heavy tools or equipment
• Exposure to chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and painting
• Exposure to UV radiation from the sun at high altitude
• Exposure to fumes from cleaning, painting, and metal fabrication
• Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, and tools may require hearing protection
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees
• Vision occurs continuously with most common functions being near vision and depth perception
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions