Summer Job Opportunity – Trails Maintenance Crew (May-Sep)

Manitoba Cycling is thrilled to share that we are now receiving applications for seasonal/part-time maintenance staff at the Bison Butte multi-use trails.

Bison Butte trails are a multi-trail network between FortWhyte Alive and Cabellas/Ikea.  The trail system is maintained through the local Mountain bike community and staff hired over the summer months through government grants.  The Butte is commonly used for Mountain biking, training, and Provincial cycling events. The trails are a combination of rolling terrain, forest riding, and purpose-built mountain bike features.

We are looking for six (6) enthusiastic, independent, hard workers, who can commit approx. 10-20 hours per week from mid May to September.

Previous trails maintenance experience is an asset. Summer staff will be supported by Site Supervisor  – TBD.

Apply Here:  https://activitymessenger.com/p/TgHh1Kz

An application does not guarantee employment.

Eligible Criteria – Employees

• Youth must be between the ages of 15 and 29.
• Staff under the age of 16 must provide a completed a “Young Worker Readiness Certificate“.
• Staff must be living in Manitoba, legally entitled to work in Canada, and have a Social Insurance Number.
• Staff must not be funded by other Provincial or Federal Government employment programs.

Not Eligible:

• Immediate relatives of MCA Staff and/or Board Member, or Bison Butte Site Supervisor.
• Individuals with a financial interest in Manitoba Cycling or Bison Butte.
• Self-employed individuals, independent contractors, sub-contractors or commissioned salespersons.

Timeframe of Employment:

• Employment at the site will be offered between May and September.

Salary:

• Manitoba Minimum wage ($16.00/hour) plus 4% vacation allowance –  www.gov.mb.ca/labour/standards

Hours:

• A schedule will be established by the site supervisor and is likely to be shorter shifts, approx 3-4 days per week.

Three factors must be met before staff can officially start:

1. All staff paperwork must be received and approved 1 week prior to start date:
2. Trail conditions must be dry. Conditions will be monitored and a start date will be determined and communicated as soon as practical.
3. Site Supervisor must be in place.
4. All workers hired must complete a safety Orientation