Overview
The Revelstoke Nordic Ski Club is looking for a motivated and reliable Operations Manager to join our team. In this hands-on leadership role, you’ll work alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers to keep our trails, facilities, and equipment in top condition. If you’re someone who shows strong leadership, enjoys learning new skills, and shares a love for Nordic skiing, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and maintain facilities and core systems (building, electrical, plumbing, water, septic) and coordinate contractors as needed.
- Coordinate an experienced volunteer grooming team, perform trail grooming (training can be provided), and oversee trail safety and hazard management.
- Oversee repair and maintenance of the equipment and grooming fleet, managing parts and fuel inventory within budget.
- Coordinate snow removal and garbage contracts, and oversee health & safety protocols for all staff and volunteers.
- Supervise operations assistant and seasonal trail crew; operate equipment including chainsaw and backhoe for off-season trail work (training can be provided for the right candidate).
- Prepare board reports, consult on the operations budget, and collaborate with the GM, Trail Committee, and Operations Director on planning and funding for trail projects.
Personal Suitability - Required
- Clear, respectful communicator who works well with staff, volunteers, and leadership.
- Self-directed and resourceful — takes initiative and follows through without being prompted.
- Safety-minded, organized, and comfortable working outdoors in all conditions.
Skills and Experience
- Some experience with operating power tools, machinery, and vehicles is required; familiarity across a wider range of equipment is preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude is required — overseeing routine maintenance on grooming fleet, performing maintenance on power tools; role-specific training will be provided.
- Comfortable supervising staff or volunteers.
- Snow cat or groomer operation experience is preferred; candidates without grooming experience should have demonstrated experience operating comparable off-road equipment (e.g. snowmobile, backhoe, or heavy machinery).
Knowledge
- General building familiarity — someone who is handy and can spot a problem, diagnose what’s going on, and coordinate the right help; hands-on trades experience (carpentry, plumbing, electrical) is an asset but not essential.
- Basic computer literacy (Word, Excel, Google platforms).
- Solid understanding of snow conditions and trail building principles — the ability to identify variability and make informed grooming decisions is essential to the role.
Above all, we’re looking for someone who communicates clearly and takes initiative — someone who sees what needs to be done and does it. A wide range of skills is an asset, and training can be provided where needed.
Work Schedule and Location
This is a seasonal position with the core season occurring annually from early November to mid-April. The Trail Crew Supervisor pre-season extension starts September 2026. Weekend and on-call availability will be required on a rotating basis. The Nordic lodge is located 15 minutes from downtown Revelstoke. Reliable transportation is essential.
How to apply
Send a resume and brief cover letter to [email protected] telling us about your hands-on experience and why this role appeals to you. Please include “Operations Manager Application” in the subject line.
Please submit applications by Tuesday, August 4, 2026 to be considered for the Trail Crew Supervisor position starting in September. Applications submitted after this deadline may be conscidered if a suitable candidate has not been found.
For more information about the job posting and how to apply, visit our website: https://revelstokenordic.org/jobs
Pay: $28.00-$30.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
