The impression that we make on our guests is very important. Remember, you may be the first contact that a guest has with our Resort, therefore, we want to make sure that it is a good and lasting impression. We require that all employees maintain a clean, well-groomed appearance and conduct themselves in a reasonable and considerate manner at all times while on duty and when in uniform off duty. Therefore, employees who groom themselves or who dress (including jewelry, perfumes/scents, etc.) in a manner that might reasonably be considered by your supervisor, guests or other members of the public to be extreme, offensive, revealing, distracting, unsafe or is otherwise inappropriate is prohibited. Specific departments may reserve the right to maintain a stricter appearance standard.

Hair is to be clean, neatly groomed, of a “natural” color, and away from the face:

• Hair that is longer than collar length may need to be restrained (pulled back in a pony tail) depending on the employee’s job to comply with health and safety regulations.

Beards and mustaches are to be neat, clean and established prior to the operating season. All beards and mustaches must be trimmed to one-inch maximum length.

• An employee who has not established a mustache or beard prior to the operating season is required to be clean shaven daily throughout the season.

• Sideburns are to be straight and no longer than the bottom of the ear.

• Mustaches may extend to the jaw line.

• Neckline of beards must be above the Adam’s Apple.

• A clean cheek line must be maintained.

Tattoos are to be discreet and non-offensive.

• Exposed tattooed areas of more than two square inches in total are to be covered by proper work attire.

Piercings, rings, necklaces and bracelets are to be conservative in size and style and are permitted so long as they do not interfere with the safety of the employee.

• Facial piercing must be a stud, bar, or ring that fits tightly to the face, nose or eyebrow.

• No more than two piercing per face and no more than three piercings per ear.

• Ear plugs are allowed up to ¼ inch, but the holes must be covered with non-offensive earrings.

The exception to the above appearance standards is for “back of house” positions. Tattoos larger than two square inches may be left uncovered in these positions.

Back of house positions for which these exemptions will be permitted include:

• Nighttime slope groomers and janitors
• Trail crew/sawyer
• Kitchen staff

Uniform Standards

Many departments require employees to wear uniforms while on the job. If applicable, uniforms (jackets, vests, shirts, hats, etc.) will be issued to you at the time of hire.

You are responsible for maintaining your uniform in a clean manner at all times during your period of employment.

Employees are required to provide their own pants and wear clothing that is clean and well kept. Other articles of clothing must be worn properly (jackets zipped, hats on straight, etc.)

Nametags will be issued at check in by Human Resources and are to be worn at all times while on duty.

• Uniform shirts, if issued are to be worn while on shift.

• If a vest is issued, sleeves underneath must be the issued uniform shirt or, solid black, grey or white.

• Hooded sweatshirts must be worn underneath the uniform jacket or vest and solid black, grey or white in color. WMR logo hooded sweatshirts are permitted.

• If shorts or skirts are allowed in your department, they must be no more than three inches above the knee.

• Pants or jeans are to be black, khaki or traditional blue in color and must be of a conservative style (solid in color; not faded, worn, torn, acid washed or have large embellishments, no holes.)

Footwear: For safety reasons, appropriate footwear for the job(s) being performed is required. In no circumstances are flip-flops allowed while on duty or in uniform. Closed-toe are required for all positions.

Hats: If hats are issued per department uniform standards, they are to be WSI logo and worn in a normal manner (straight). If a uniform hat is part of your uniform, one hat will be issued at the start of a season. If your hat is misplaced, you will be required to purchase another hat, which will be available through Snow Ghost Outfitters.

Office positions: Employees in these positions are expected to dress in business casual attire unless the day’s tasks require otherwise. Employee must always present a clean, professional appearance. Everyone is expected to be well-groomed and wear clean clothing, free of holes, tears or other signs of wear.

NOTE: Company issued uniforms are not to be worn when off duty.

Settled in the Flathead Valley, Whitefish Mountain Resort is easily accessible from three different towns.

Whitefish is the closest (8 miles). Here you will find more of the resort atmosphere.

Rent is typically going to be more expensive, but you have the trade-off of less commuting. The SNOW bus takes off from a variety of stops in Whitefish and is FREE!

Columbia Falls is the next closest coming in at 16 miles. Rent will be less expensive than Whitefish. Columbia Falls is considered a gateway into Glacier National Park and therefore is a good option in the summer.

Kalispell will ring in the longest commute, but it has more options than Whitefish or Columbia Falls as it is the biggest town in the Valley. Here you will find more access to amenities.

For more information on rentals, roommates wanted and real estate, check the classifieds in the local newspaper, The Daily Interlake, which can be found online at: www.dailyinterlake.com

Relocation, real estate and rental information can also be obtained by contacting the local Chamber of Commerce in each of these towns:

• Whitefish (406) 862-3501 (www.whitefishchamber.com)
• Columbia Falls (406) 892-2072 (www.columbiafallschamber.com)
• Kalispell (406) 758-2800 (www.kalispellchamber.com)

Whitefish Mountain Resort’s operating season will begin in December and run through the first weekend in April.

Preseason training time varies by department and position and can be from two days to two weeks prior to season opening.

The winter selection process will begin in September. Applicants will be contacted by the Human Resources Department upon successful completion of a reference check.

Wages are based on the experience of the applicant and the position.

Summer season typically operates mid-May through early September. Preseason training time varies by department and position and can be from two days to two weeks prior to season opening.

The summer selection process will begin in April. Applicants will be contacted by the Human Resources Department upon successful completion of a reference check.

Wages are based on the experience of the applicant and the position.

If you are an International Applicant, please note that we only accept J1 visas for the US. We do not accept H2B visas. The visa must be arranged by the applicant.

Whitefish Mountain Resort works in cooperation with CIEE-Council on International Educational Exchange.

Please visit their website at www.ciee.org for more information on how to apply to work for Whitefish Mountain Resort.

Ski, Ride, and Live the Fish

Winter Benefits

• Seasonal lift pass privileges (*if you have previously purchased a pass for the season for which you are hired we will refund the price of the pass)
• Group ski/board lessons
• Discounts on Mountain programs
• Discounts at WMR and Mountain Business Partners
• Employee recognition programs
• Ski/Snowboard Exchange Programs
• SNOW Bus: Free transportation from Whitefish
• Direct Deposit

Summer Benefits

• Seasonal lift pass privileges (*if you have previously purchased a pass for the season for which you are hired we will refund the price of the pass)
• Discounts on Mountain programs
• Discounts at WMR and Mountain Business Partners
• Employee recognition programs
• Direct Deposit

We are pleased to announce that we are again offering current (year-round, super-seasonal and summer seasonal) employees two (2) vouchers for 50% off any of these summer activities:

• Scenic Lift
• Bike Access Lift
• Alpine Slide
• Spider Mountain Monkey
• Zip Lines
• Aerial Adventure Park
• Strider Bike

***Note: Packaged products are not included in this discount***

These two 50% off vouchers are loaded onto your employee profile in RTP. Therefore, you will need to accompany the family member(s) or friend(s) who you will be gifting these vouchers to either GIS location (Base Lodge or Plaza) with your own summer employee pass.