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Why Bogus Basin?

Where Mountain Life Meets City Living: Enjoy the rare opportunity to work at a four-season mountain recreation area while living in Boise-one of the fastest-growing, most livable cities in the U.S. With a vibrant downtown, walkable neighborhoods, and a thriving arts and food scene, Boise offers urban amenities with small-town charm, just 16 miles from the slopes.

Mission-Driven, Community-Focused: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Bogus Basin is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable outdoor recreation, education, and community programming year-round. Every dollar earned is reinvested into the mountain and its people; not shareholders. Our values of kindness, respect, professionalism, and fun shape a workplace where everyone is welcome.

Unbeatable Access to the Outdoors: Located in the Boise National Forest, Bogus Basin offers year-round activities. Employees enjoy the perks of mountain life with none of the resort town isolation.

Description

• The Heavy Equipment Operator operates various heavy equipment including but not limited to; excavators of all types, bulldozers, front end loaders. The Heavy Equipment Operator will be part of a team working together toward completion of projects and tasks.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
• Operate assigned pieces of heavy equipment.
• Perform tasks with an emphasis on quality and safety.
• Complete assigned projects and tasks according to instructions from supervisor.
• Work together as a team to complete tasks and projects.
• Communicate job progress and questions/issues to supervisor and co-workers on a timely basis.
• Perform daily maintenance requirements on equipment and promptly report all equipment issues to supervisor.
• Work with mechanics for repairs and maintenance issues.
• Fuel and perform routine maintenance on heavy equipment
• Follow procedures recommended for operating equipment and service schedules.
• Promote safety by following safe practices and reporting any unsafe conditions.
• Utilize safety restraints and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
• Maintain a professional attitude toward guests and staff.
• Assist in mountain rescue efforts, if necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Passionate about Bogus Basin's Mission.
• Experience riding mountain bikes preferred.
• 3 years of heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Possess working knowledge and skill regarding the operation of various pieces of earthmoving equipment.
• Demonstrated understanding of safety and operating best methods for construction heavy equipment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and a variety of hours.
• ·This position must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds occasionally as well as occasionally lift up to 35 pounds above shoulder level.
• Frequently required to stand, balance, walk, climb, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or fell objects, tools, or controls.
• Ability to communicate verbally and to hear.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• WORKING CONDITIONS
• Outdoor environment; exposed to inclement weather and adverse conditions.
• May be exposed to smoke, dust, fumes and odors.
• Vibration and noise are present in the work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bogus Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Application assistance available upon request.