Alpine Groomer - WINTER

Timberline•Government Camp, OR

5d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Alpine Groomer operates Piston Bully snow cats, winch cats, and other grooming and transportation equipment to prepare ski slopes. The role performs work assigned by the Trail Grooming Supervisor or Mountain Manager and supports daily grooming operations, special events, and consistent Timberline products. The groomer maintains equipment, completes required logs and checks, monitors weather, and communicates with the grooming crew while following operating manuals and Timberline safety protocols.

Requirements

Professional conduct in words and actions at all times.
Excellent communication skills.
High level of snow-cat operation skills.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent mechanical aptitude.
Valid driver’s license.
Submit a three-year DMV driving record and meet Timberline driving standards.
Provide equipment essential to cat operation as listed in the training manual.
Ability to lift 80 pounds.
Ability to work in snow, icy, uneven, and slippery conditions.
Ability to work in extreme conditions, including sun, cold, wind, and rain.
Ability to sit for the majority of the shift.
Ability to perform repeated movements for long periods.

Responsibilities

Operate snow cats at a high level to create all grooming products.
Operate snow machines according to operating manuals and Timberline safety protocols and policies in all conditions within the ski area.
Adapt to changing shifts, hours, and scope of work.
Monitor upcoming weather and anticipate strategies to maintain grooming quality and daily department operations.
Complete daily logs, checks, fueling, and other required paperwork.
Clean the snow cat daily.
Carry out daily work plans delegated by the Grooming Manager.
Communicate effectively with the Grooming Manager and crew.
Be willing to learn from and teach other crew members.
Work independently when the Grooming Manager is absent.
Provide consistent Timberline products.
Accept direction from the Grooming Manager.
Assist with special event needs.
Participate in RLK and Company’s Health & Safety Program by identifying and reporting hazards, reporting incidents, and promoting a healthy workplace.
Exercise stewardship of RLK and Company facilities and environments, reducing, reusing, and recycling when opportunities arise.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.