Seasonal (Seasonal) At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve. Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES.
BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type). Examples of perks and benefits include:
Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Stratton and all Alterra owned resorts
Free or discounted Alterra Mountain Company season pass for dependents - this includes spouse & children under 26 years old
50% off day tickets at IKON partner resorts
Free or discounted IKON pass
Discounted golf, mountain biking and fitness center memberships
Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
Discounted mountain bike &/or ski lift tickets for your friend & family guests
Onsite medical clinic
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, and FSAs
401(k) plan with generous company match
Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks
Company paid sick time for all, and FTO/Vacation time
Additional perks & benefits for year round employees
POSITION SUMMARY
Mountain Bike Trail Crew members are an integral part of the success of Stratton's Bike Park. Trail Crew members are responsible for the maintenance of our existing trails. The Trail Crew is also responsible for creating and maintaining the best possible riding experience for guests at the park. Trail Crew members must have a passion for mountain biking to ensure that they are able to assess trail quality and how it relates to the experience of the rider. This is a summer seasonal position that pays $20.00/hour.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The primary purpose of this job is to maintain existing mountain bike trails on the mountain while following guidelines and best practices.
This job will involve the use of shovels, rakes, and other common power and non-power tools related to trail work.
Mowing, brush clearing, weed trimming, bridge staging and repair
Operate company vehicles/ATVs.
This team is responsible for upholding the highest quality trail product possible while understanding their trail work reflects themselves as trail builders and the Stratton Bike Park as a whole.
Work with other departments at the resort to assist with mountain projects whenever its possible without effecting the completion of weekly bike trail maintenance.
Work with Sinuosity, our Trail Builders, to assist with completion of new mountain bike trails whenever its possible without effecting the completion of weekly bike trail maintenance.
Must meet and exceed departmental key expectations.
Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
As part of the Bike Park Department, this position may require work duties outside of normal trail work such as assisting with events, patrol, bike school, lift operations, and other duties as assigned.
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.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma in process or completed, preferred.
Experience:
Previous bike trail construction and maintenance experience preferred.
Experience riding mountain bikes required, both downhill and cross country preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a valid US driver's license, and able to meet the Stratton driver's license history standards for insurability
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Mountain Environment:
The primary physical environment in which this position works is out of doors with a high exposure level to cold, heat, wind, rain, bugs, sun, high altitude, extreme heights, lightning, etc...
The degree of strenuous activity within the job is considered to be high. Often lifting a weight of 50 pounds throughout the day is common.
Additional strenuous physical activity may include walking or hiking upon uneven, challenging terrain with heavy tools or equipment.
Exposure to: Chemicals required for cleaning, de-greasing, and painting Ultra Violet radiation from the sun enhanced through lack of atmospheric filtration at work altitude. Fumes produced in activities ranging from cleaning to painting to fabrication of metal products. Noise generated by snowmobiles, lift equipment, and tools may require hearing protection to be worn.
Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors and other employees.
Vision occurs continuously with the most common visual functions being those of near vision and depth perception.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily- reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.