Snow Groomer

Class Summary

Several Positions Available

Flexible Schedule

Incumbents are responsible for performing semi-skilled labor tasks related to maintaining snow landscapes at the ski area.

REPORTING STRUCTURE:

Receives direction from the Ski Area Superintendent or higher-level management staff.

Typical Class Essential Duties

1.Performs trail maintenance duties including shoveling, smoothing bumps and moguls, maintaining snow depth in high traffic areas, reshaping and rebuilding trails, managing snow at fences and drifts, spreading man-made snow, plowing snow, and packing fresh snow.

2.Operates a variety of snow grooming and snowmaking equipment, including snowplows, snow groomers, snowmaking guns, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and utility terrain vehicles (UTVs).

3.Performs minor repairs on tools and equipment and reports the need for major repairs; checks and adjusts fluid levels; greases and lubricates parts as required; cleans and cares for tools and equipment.

4.Performs basic cleaning of spectator areas and other hardscapes, empties trash receptacles and debris management, stocks restrooms, and performs similar building maintenance tasks.

5.May perform light cleaning and/or housekeeping activities.

6.Completes daily operational reports, as assigned.

7.Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.

8.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

• Customer service principles.

• Standard safety practices and procedures.

• Semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks.

• Proper use and care of basic tools and equipment.

• Basic principles of health and sanitation standards.

• Recordkeeping.

Abilities (position requirements at entry):

Ability to:

• Work a variety of shifts including weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.

• Be flexible with changing assignments.

• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.

• Follow written and verbal instructions and direction.

• Keep accurate records of work performed.

• Operate a variety of power-driven tools and equipment during adverse weather and in low light conditions.

• Care for applicable tools and equipment.

• Perform a variety of manual tasks and physical labor for prolonged periods.

• Safely operate and handle equipment and supplies.

• Learn general layout of facility to provide assistance to patrons.

• Clean-up work sites in a neat and orderly fashion.

• Learn the practices, methods, and materials used in snow grooming.

• Learn to assess problems in the field and conduct measures to correct the problem.

• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.

• Follow all City safety rules and procedures and immediately report all accidents/incidents or unsafe conditions to a supervisor.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Skills (position requirements at entry):

Skill in:

• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable and tactful manner with staff and general public.

• Oral and written communication, sufficient to exchange or convey effective information and to receive work direction.

Training, Experience & Certifications

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one-year performing manual labor and/or light/heavy equipment operation.

• Must have reliable transportation.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.

LICENSING and CERTIFICATIONS

• Possession of a valid Wyoming Driver's License preferred.

Supplemental Information & Physical Requirements

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employment with the City of Casper is contingent upon a successful background screen and pre-employment drug test.

As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must utilize direct deposit for payroll purposes.

Driving records are required for all new employees regardless of the position's driving requirements. If the employee has not held a Wyoming driver's license for the last three years, the employee must provide at their own initiation and expense a driving record from their previous state(s) of residence.

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

City of Casper employees that perform safety-sensitive tasks are subject to pre-employment and/or random drug testing. These tasks include, but may not be limited to:

• Emergency response/rescue

• Handling or working with hazardous materials, including chemicals as well as solid and liquid waste

• Operating or maintaining water and wastewater systems

• Maintaining City computer and data systems including networks, servers, communication systems, etc.

• Driving for the City of Casper, whether essential or non-essential

• Operating power-driven machinery or equipment

• Handling confidential information, including personnel, health, financial, or attorney-client information

• Working with or around children

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, lifting, gripping/grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up-to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Incumbents may be frequently subject to prolonged sitting, as well as standing, walking, or climbing relatively steep inclines and/or ladders on snow-covered and icy surfaces. Physically demanding manual labor such as shoveling, raking, and digging is common. Exposure to moving mechanical equipment, loud noise, and vibration when operating equipment is expected. Incumbents may be subject to frequent environmental exposures to dusts, odors, chemicals, sun, heat, cold, moisture, and other extreme climate/weather conditions. Required personal protective equipment includes appropriate outerwear and footwear for outdoor winter weather, gloves, hearing protectors, and eye protectors.