Job opening: Laborer (Outdoor Operations)
Salary: $20 - 23 per hour
Published at: Nov 26 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
About the position: This position will be assigned to the Hillberg Ski Area and Moose Run Golf Course on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK.
Regular full-Time employees have a regular and continuous work schedule of at least 35 hours to a maximum of 40 hours per week. You are eligible for the following benefits and compensation: Health and Life Insurance, Awards, Leave, Retirement, 401K, Overtime Pay, Workers' Compensation, Shift Differential, Sunday Premium Pay, and Holiday Pay.
Duties
1. Assist in operating snow-making equipment for creating manufactured snow from water resources to produce quality snow using
air, water, and fan equipment. Position snow guns and hoses appropriately on the mountain - adjusting, turning, or moving of snow
guns as directed. Assists in the placement of all safety, barriers, padding, and guards around snow-making equipment. Sustain the safe
and continuous operation of the lifts for extended periods of time.
2. May be required to operate a variety of vehicles, equipment, machinery and tools ranging from snow cats, electric snow-making
machines, chairlift, rope tow, pick-up truck with snowplow, snowmobiles, high pressure air/water pumps, air compressors, after
Coolers and miscellaneous power tools to facilitate the snowmaking process or recreational activities. Operate high voltage equipment
and high-pressure air and water systems utilizing appropriate safety precautions.
3. Assists with conducting routine inspection and minor maintenance checks on ski lodge vehicles, snow-making equipment, hand
tools, small gas/electric motors and machinery and any water/electric systems. Maintenance may include oil changes, battery checks,
and condition of brakes, filling tanks with gasoline, checking fluid levels, hoses, and filters, changing fan belts, and replacing lights.
Assists with the upkeep of equipment to make sure things are in good mechanical and safe operating condition. Document and report
mechanical/safety issues.
4. Maintain load and unload ramps in areas around lift stations in various weather conditions including shoveling and/or raking snow,
remove snow around snow-making equipment and other areas around the resort as needed. Ensure the goals of snow plan are being
met. Assist with regular operations and report any issues that may arise to Team Lead or Shift Supervisor. Monitor the snow-making
system on a continuous basis for water consumption and availability in relation to usable pumps, air consumption and availability, to
ensure that snowmaking is carried out at top capacity.
5. Assist skiers in loading and off-loading of the chair lift in a safe and proper manner. Ensures safety of patrons (i.e., proper clothing,
equipment, etc.) and is always alert for unsafe conditions, mechanical malfunctions and possible injury to skiers through their own
negligence. Answers a variety of questions from patrons on ski operations. Advises lift supervisor of any condition or occurrence that
may adversely affect the safety of the operation. Follows procedures as defined in the SOP for lift operations.
6. Assist with physical support to the Ski Patrol Staff in the event of severe injury to patrons or staff. Reports inappropriate behavior
or accidents to the Ski Patrol or Facility Coordinator.
7. Keep area of responsibility, to include the ski lodge, in a high state of cleanliness both inside and outside. Clears snow from
customer traffic areas. Organize the maze to provide orderly and friendly access to the lift; help to manage guests for efficient loading.
Check tickets to ensure guests are utilizing the appropriate locations of the ski resort.
8. Operate vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds to various locations both on and off base in a variety of weather conditions.
Conduct assigned tasks and will operate assigned equipment and vehicles in a safe manner.
9. Perform other duties as assigned while awaiting optimum snow-making weather.
10. The incumbent performs significant labor involved with golf course grounds maintenance. Operates heavy, complex riding lawn
mowers and similar types of specialized mowing equipment (e.g., multiple and independently controlled cutting decks, single function
components) and/or specially designed riding mowers that operate on slopes and require constant attention to working space and
environment. Operates various controls and levers to maneuver equipment and lift, lower, adjust, engage, and disengage components
or attached devices when working around: trees, greens, aprons, tees, fence lines, banks and hillsides, cart paths, sand bunkers, tee
markers and cups on greens, trenches, slopes, curbs, rocks and other visible obstacles.
11. Determines and selects the most appropriate type of equipment to accomplish each phase of the work in the most productive and
cost-effective manner. Completes all aspects of special assignments involving several steps, phases or detailed procedures (e.g.,
preparing ground, laying sod, planting flowers or shrubs and using simple drawings to establish a planting pattern and/or design). The
laborer installs forms and lays walks and paths using gravel and asphalt mixes; excavates and backfills ditches and trenches with hand
tools; repairs and replaces pipe on irrigation systems; and may be asked to operate mowers, dump trucks or other equipment.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12625552
Requirements
- This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.
- This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
- U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
- This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
- The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/05/2024
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Requires basic knowledge and skill in the use of tools of the trade. Must be able to lift, bend, and work in awkward positions both
indoors and outdoors. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier with assistance.
You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
Contacts
- Address JBER Elmendorf Community Services Flight
773 FSS/FSCN
10480 Sijan Ave. Ste 202
JBER, AK 99506-0000
US
- Name: Elmendorf-Richardson NAF HR Office
- Email: [email protected]
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