Job Description

Position: Radio Room Operator
Location: Blue River, BC
Type: Seasonal, Full-Time (Winter 2023-2024)

Reports to: Director of Ski Operations or Designate

Overview:

The MWHS Guides Haus is unique in the heliskiing industry. The Radio Room Operator is the vital link between the Blue River base and the helicopters & guides flying and skiing in the mountains. This position is responsible for the communication during the ski day between the base and the backcountry, recording of current skiing locations, updating the resort staff with guest reports and record keeping of the daily skiing operation.

About the Company:
When you work at Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing you become part of a larger family of motivated people who thrive in a natural environment that promotes safe practices and good health.
At Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing we know that our employees are our most valuable asset. Our wages are highly competitive, and our subsidized housing and food services mean that our employees can save money while working in Blue River throughout the year. We offer opportunities for advancement in all departments and ensure that each employee is supported in their effort to provide excellent customer service every day.
Our culture is built on positive attitudes, ambition, and a passion for skiing. Whether you join us for an amazing seasonal experience or join our team in a year-round career capacity, employment at MWHS is the experience of a lifetime.

Benefits of employment include:

• Subsidized staff accommodation in private or shared residence
• Fitness center
• Staff rate for on-site massage therapy
• Family and friends’ discounts
• Opportunities to helicopter ski
• Ski passes to Marmot Basin in Jasper, AB
• Recreation opportunities such as cross-country skiing, snow shoeing, and skating
• In-house training and development programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted rates at various hotels in Kamloops, Jasper, and Vernon
• Staff meal plan
• 30% off retail items in our specialized boutique
• Guaranteed adventure!

Responsibilities:

• Handling all radio transmissions.
• Transmitting, receiving, relaying, and documenting communications between various individuals and groups.
• Operating computer equipment and applications to track and monitor helicopters and ski guides with groups.
• Maintain and record a daily log of flying & skiing activity.
• Monitoring, implementing, or assisting with the implementation of emergency response procedures in emergency situations as required.
• Working independently at times and directly with any number of other team members as required.
• Multitasking, prioritizing, organizing, and completing workload while remaining flexible to changing conditions.
• Taking on other projects and tasks as needed.

Equal Opportunity:
Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing is committed to providing equal treatment with respect to employment according to the prohibited grounds of discrimination as established under human rights legislation. Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing ensures that all employees have meaningful employment that is ethical, fair, and free from discrimination or harassment. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

Required languages: English

Education level: Secondary School

Required skills: • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Remain composed in a demanding environment and potentially stressful situations • General office experience • Knowledge in Microsoft Office 365 • Attention to detail • Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Closest intersection: Yellowhead Highway and Harrwood Drive