Role Responsibilities

Do you enjoy winter outdoor work? Are you interested in supporting the trail grooming programs, which provide exceptional Nordic ski experiences to visitors and athletes within Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park? Then apply today!

The Canmore Nordic Centre (CNC) is home to world class winter events and the Kananaskis Region of the Alberta Parks and is looking to fill seasonal Trail Groomer positions for the winter season that runs from approximately November 2025 to the end of March 2026.

These positions work mainly outdoors and include evening, night, and weekend shifts (with shift premium pay). All positions are contract terms.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
•    Implement the Winter Grooming Program through the operation of snowcats and snowmobile grooming machines to maximize trail grooming production within the stadiums and out on the ski trails for recreation and performance skiing.
•    Inspect, maintain and clean the grooming equipment.
•    Work closely with the Snowmaking Supervisor and Crew Leaders, to coordinate grooming and snow-making operations in a safe and timely manner, including assistance to the snowmaking program as needed. 
•    Participate in the monitoring, maintenance and safety of all designated trails. 
•    Perform daily operational checks; assist and support Heavy Duty mechanic and Shop Supervisor with equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
•    Event Management: liaise with Nordic event organizers and course chiefs to meet grooming expectations and assist in the set-up, running and clean-up of winter events.
•    General labour or other duties.
•    Communicate with Visitor Services staff about grooming progress and trail conditions.

To be successful in this role, you will need to:
•    Ensure there is adherence to all pertinent policies, procedures, and protocols, including Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) and following Government of Alberta guidelines.
•    Have a mechanical aptitude and equipment operating experience including the ability to troubleshoot equipment and the ability to work outdoors in the winter for long periods of time.
•    Ability to support and work with other team members within the Kananaskis Region and at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park.
•    Use good judgment and have the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
•    Respond to public inquires and address any safety concerns.
•    Interact with the public in a professional manner and to create a positive visitor experience.
•    Be able to lift 25 kilograms. 
•    If needed, lead and participate in emergency and evacuation protocols to provide support to visitors and staff in emergency situations.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

How Competencies will apply to this role:

Agility: You will demonstrate self-initiative to take on additional tasks when conditions do not allow for maximized snow production operations.

Drive for Results: You will be responsible to meet timelines and objectives for snow production delivery programs.

Build Collaborative Environments: You will work with Snowmaking, Grooming and Event Teams, Shop Supervisor, your direct Supervisor and Management team to meet program outcomes.

Creative Problem-Solving: You will use your skills to effectively manage assignments with regards to snowmaking routes and address equipment mechanical or functional challenges.

Qualifications

Required: 
•    Some high school education and one year of related experience, including operating and maintaining equipment and some supervisory experience.

Additional requirements (must be submitted prior to employment):
•    Recognized Current Standard First Aid and CPR Level "C"/AED Certification. 
•    Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent and clear 3- year Driver’s Abstract.

Additional Assets:
•    500 - 1,000 hrs. experience in operating and maintaining grooming equipment.
•    Experience and knowledge with snowmaking operations, operating snowmobiles, ATV’s, tractors or agricultural equipment.
•    Good mechanical and troubleshooting skills to identify mechanical or operational issues.
•    Well-developed oral and written English skills to effectively communicate with the general public to answer inquiries.
•    Familiarity with Nordic skiing (Classic, Biathlon, Skate).
•    Familiarity with Kananaskis Region and surrounding area.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Terms of employment:
•    Seasonal contracts from November 2025 until March 2026, dependent on winter seasonal weather and operating conditions. 
•    Shift schedules are built into a 24/7 operations; these positions may require you to work evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the duration of the winter as required.
•    Hours of employment are up to 40 hours per week, either 8- or 10-hour shifts.
•    You must have access to reliable transportation to and from work.

Terms of employment:
•    Those selected for an interview will need to supply three work related references.
•    Training will be provided to successful candidates.

Any costs associated with obtaining required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Instructions for your Resume:

For Employment Experience:
Please indicate duration of employment (month, year)
Please specify employment status (i.e. casual, part-time or full-time)
E.g.: Administrator, Jan 2006 - June 2009, Part-time (three, 8 hour shifts/week)

For any Post-Secondary Education:
Please specify your major and length of program
Please specify the year you graduated
E.g.: Bachelor of Science, 4-year Degree (Graduated 2017)

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.
•    Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx 
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool - https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

Resources for applicants:
•    https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx
•    https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/