Nordic Trails Groomer - seasonal

Nordic Trails Groomer

Performs various work responsibilities in the grooming and maintenance of the Aspen Snowmass Nordic Trail System.

Position works under the general supervision of the Nordic Coordinator.

Assists in performing daily maintenance of Nordic trails and grooming equipment. Duties include safely operating a variety of medium and heavy machines including snowmobiles, snow cats, tractors, trucks and trailers, and other grooming equipment.

Performs daily inspections of all equipment prior to use for fluid levels, tire pressure wear or other safety related factors.

Update and maintain Nordic website with pertinent grooming information for trail users.

Other duties may include shoveling snow, emptying and maintaining trash containers, picking up litter, repairing fences and trail signage.

Fall setup and spring teardown of Nordic trail infrastructure.

Responsible for maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. Position will adhere to all safety policies of the City of Aspen while performing all duties assigned.

Supports and models the City of Aspen organizational values : Service, Partnership, Stewardship, and Innovation. Organizational values are shared principles that guide behavior across the organization. This position is responsible for upholding and applying these values while performing daily work functions.

Displays the following key competencies and behaviors in the overall job performance to include knowledge, skills, and abilities :

Service : Provides service with excellence, humility, integrity, and respect in daily work, builds trust by listening, treats people with respect, acknowledges opportunities for improvement, and follows through with commitments.

Partnership : Actively creates strong, supportive internal and external relationships to attain a common goal and achieve greater impact together.

Stewardship : Balances social, environmental, and financial responsibilities, evaluating the impact of decision making on a thriving future for all.

Innovation : Develops technical expertise to pursue new ideas and creative outcomes, grounded in Aspen's unique culture, opportunities and challenges.

Communication : Knowledge of effective and appropriate communication. Ability to use knowledge effectively in various contexts which may require oral, written, visual and non-verbal communication.

Interpersonal : Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, including understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, and professionalism. Able to work effectively with diverse groups of people, both inside and outside the organization, and relate well to individuals from varied backgrounds and situations.

Technology : Demonstrates technology skills sufficient for nature and level of position. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies and transition job duties accordingly to support technological advances and innovation.

Safety : Demonstrates knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to ensure safe and effective operations for both Parks maintenance and Nordic program crews, as well as the safety of the general public.

Problem Solving : Ability to recognize problems and effectively work independently or with others to reach a viable solution.

Quality Control : Ability to conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Two seasons Nordic trail maintenance or snow grooming preferred.

Proficiency with Slack and Outlook.

Must possess a valid Colorado driver's license or be able to obtain one within 30 days of start date.

Seasonal, weekends only, Saturdays and Sundays, 6 : 00am4 : 30pm from November 15 to March 31. Hours vary with workload, weather conditions, and operational needs.

Special Events : May be required to work special events during holiday periods.

Outdoors : Work is performed outdoors with exposure to a variety of temperature and weather conditions. Tasks include snow removal using hand tools and may involve exposure to cold, heat, exhaust, fumes, and other environmental factors.

Off-Site : Meetings, trainings, and site visits at a variety of city facilities and areas.