Slope Maintenance Worker

Main duties

• Daily operation, safe start-up, shutdown and supervision of ski lifts
• Safe operation of T-bar ski lifts and assisting customers when boarding and leaving the lift

• Ensuring customer safety in lift areas and providing safety instructions
• Professional operation of snowmaking systems and snow guns during the snowmaking season

• Monitoring, relocating, setting up and carrying out basic maintenance of snowmaking equipment
• Daily inspection and maintenance of ski slopes, lift stations and customer areas

• Carrying out maintenance, repair and upkeep tasks throughout the ski resort
• Maintaining the safety and cleanliness of outdoor areas, walkways and working environments

• Providing customer service and assisting visitors at the ski resort
• Carrying out other duties assigned by the employer that are consistent with the position

Requirements

We are looking for a person who:

• Has a responsible attitude towards safety and safe working practices
• Is physically fit and willing to work outdoors in varying winter conditions

• Has good customer service and teamwork skills
• Is self-motivated and able to work independently

• Has basic mechanical skills and is able to safely use common hand tools
• Has basic English language skills for customer service situations

• Holds a valid Category B driving licence

Assets

• Previous experience working at a ski resort or winter sports centre
• Experience operating or supervising ski lifts

• Experience with snowmaking systems and snow guns
• Technical education or previous experience in mechanical, maintenance or engineering work

• Good mechanical skills and experience in maintenance and repair work
• Experience operating snowmobiles

• A valid Emergency First Aid or equivalent certificate
• Additional language skills

We offer

• Seasonal full-time employment in Finnish Lapland
• Comprehensive induction and workplace orientation

• Occupational health services
• Training in the safe operation of ski lifts, occupational safety, and the safe use of snowmaking systems and snow guns

• Employment in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Ski Resort Sector
• Shared staff accommodation is available. Information on private rental accommodation can also be provided.