General Responsibilities:

• Communicate with FZ Manager and/or Supervisor to assess daily projects and project future needs.
• Organize Attendants to perform daily tasks.
• Ensure daily set up and breakdown of the Feature Zone(s) meets standards as trained.
• Maintain public facing signage and zone markings for maximum visibility by the public.
• Testing and assessment of features prior to opening and throughout shift.
• Help provide education to Feature Zone users regarding purpose and intended usage of features.
• Maintain on-snow features throughout the shift.
• Monitor the Feature Zone of injuries and incidents and communicate quickly and effectively with other departments for rapid response.
• Communicate concerns and customer requests to the manager daily.
• Assist in repairing features on and off snow, independently or in coordination with other departments.
• Assist Manager and Grooming Department with layout and construction of the Feature Zone as well as mid-season changes. 
• Attend Cross Departmental Meetings to provide/receive information about current/upcoming mountain operations.
• Perform work duties in accordance with business policies, procedures, and practices.
• Provide feedback regarding customer concerns, comments, and operational ways to enhance efficiencies.
• Create and participate in a positive and inclusive workplace.
• Have a working knowledge of Mt. Baker Ski Area Mountain policies and procedures as well as have familiarity of ski area facilities and services available. 
• Stay informed of pertinent daily information and relaying relevant information to employees and visitors.
• Follow safety guidelines as described in the Accident Prevention Plan and as trained.
• Report safety concerns directly to the department manager, Director of Mountain Operations, and General Manager as trained.
• Actively participate in fostering a positive safety culture through words and actions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Starting Rate:

Rate begins at $18.50/hr with increases for experience, merit, tenure and future WA State minimum wage adjustments possible.

Important Disclaimer: Employees are expected to act in the best interest of the Mt. Baker Ski Area, even if doing so requires actions or responsibilities not listed in the above job description. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned which are not considered essential and may not be listed here. 

Benefits Include:

• Employee skiing/snowboarding privileges
• Mt. Baker Profit Sharing/401k after eligibility is met
• WA Sick Pay Accrual Eligible
• Retail and Food Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications:

Willingness to learn.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Successful completion of FFZ Online Training and Lead Addendum. 
• Successful completion of FFZ Training at Orientation.
• Successful completion of lift attendant training or other cross department training by an authorized Mt. Baker Ski Area trainer or ability to complete training prior to first shift
• Pass an on snow Feature Tester Evaluation for feature testing.

General Physical Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work outside in inclement winter weather.
• Bending, twisting, lifting and moving items throughout the day.
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds (or more depending on task).
• Standing and or sitting for long periods.
• Shoveling and moving snow.
• Standing and walking on compact snow and ice.
• Perform repetitive tasks as necessary.
• Proficient skiing/riding ability.