Description Assist with hiring, scheduling, and training for Freestyle Groomers. Work with Terrain Park Crew on layout and feature designs. Foster a cooperative team with grooming employees. Operate all Piston Bully snow-cats and all other snow vehicles operated by RLK and Company. This position starts once the snow flies. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Assist in hiring, scheduling, and training for Freestyle Groomers. • Manage department hours using Paylocity to reduce overtime. • Maintain awareness of upcoming weather conditions and anticipate strategies to maintain quality of grooming product and daily operations of department. • Active member of Freestyle Team and contributes in park layout and feature designs. • Share, direct and delegate projects with crew members. • Interpret daily feedback from Terrain Park Crew and create nightly work plan. • Work with the Freestyle Operations Manager for developing training programs specific to the Freestyle Grooming department. • Assist with special events production per request of the Freestyle Operations Manager. • Assist Equipment manufacturers with vehicle performance feedback. Gather data and cataloguing of vehicle performance and efficiency programs. • Actively lead snow-farming efforts in collaboration with the Freestyle Operations Manager. • Operate snow machines according to operating manual and Timberline safety protocols/policies in all conditions within the ski area. • Fleet Management in collaboration with vehicle maintenance and Freestyle Operations Manager. • Foster a cooperative working environment with all grooming employees. • Oversee completion of daily logs, check lists, fueling and additional paperwork as required. • Attend all Manager/Supervisor training scheduled by HR. • Actively participate in RLK and Company’s Health & Safety Program by identifying and reporting potential hazards, reporting incidents, and promoting a healthy workplace • Exercise stewardship of all RLK and Company facilities and environments, ensuring that efforts are made to reduce, reuse, and recycle when the opportunity is present. • Present a professional, quality image at all times. • Exercising sound judgment and awareness regarding language, behavior, and dress and grooming. • Regular and reliable attendance. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be flexible with shifts, hours and scope of work. • Must abide by department standards, company rules and policies. • Must have experience in freestyle grooming and ski operations. • Must have valid drivers' license. • Must submit 5 year DMV Driving Record and be approved by Timberline driving standards. • Must have excellent organizational and time management skills. • Must have excellent leadership and motivational skills. • Must have excellent conflict resolution skills. • Must have computer skills including but not limited to Word documents, scheduling and data base programs. • Must have excellent mechanical aptitude, basic Snow-cat repair and upkeep. • Must be familiar with equipment essential to cat operation as listed in training manual. • Must be professional in words and actions. • Must be available to work weekends, holidays, days, swing and graveyard. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to ski or snowboard all groomed runs. • Must be able to work in snow, icy, uneven and slippery conditions. • Must be able to work in extreme conditions such as but not limited to sun, cold, wind, rain. • Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 lbs. • Must have safety conscious attitude. • Must be able to work long hours and maintain high energy level. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES/KEYS TO SUCCESS: • Leads by example. • Enjoys challenges. • Works well under pressure. • Always has a plan. • Excellent judgment. • Fair and Honest. • Team player. • Highly Motivated. • Problem solver. • Excellent communication skills.