Assistant Manager: Snow Surfaces - Hourly

Vail Resorts • Leavenworth, WA

12d • $27 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

This position provides operational leadership for snow removal and heavy equipment operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and effective snow removal to support resort operations. The Assistant Equipment Operator Manager serves as a working leader by operating heavy equipment, coordinating daily work assignments, mentoring Equipment Operators, and maintaining a strong culture of safety and operational excellence.
This is primarily a winter seasonal leadership position with the opportunity for continued summer seasonal employment supporting road maintenance, trail construction, drainage improvements, infrastructure projects, and other mountain operations initiatives.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record required.
• Class A CDL preferred or ability to obtain.
• Minimum five years of heavy equipment operating experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate multiple types of heavy equipment in challenging mountain and winter conditions.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying mountain weather conditions, including snow, ice, wind, and extreme temperatures.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours during storms and peak operational periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in ski resort operations or municipal snow removal.
• Experience with CAT, Volvo, or similar heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of winter operations, snow removal planning, and alpine work environments.
• Experience leading teams, coaching employees, and fostering a positive safety culture.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Snow Surfaces Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing daily snow removal operations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, direction, and support to Equipment Operators while promoting a positive, safety-focused work environment.
• Serve as Manager in Charge during assigned shifts or in the absence of the Snow Surfaces Manager.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment including loaders, excavators, snow blowers, skid steers, and other equipment used in snow removal and mountain operations.
• Coordinate daily work assignments and prioritize operational needs based on weather, guest experience, and resort requirements.
• Monitor equipment readiness and assist with fleet organization to maximize operational efficiency.
• Assist with employee onboarding, training, mentoring, and ongoing skills development.
• Support implementation of department policies, standard operating procedures, and safety programs.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and minor repairs on equipment including fluid checks, inspections, tire changes, cutting edges, snow removal attachments, and general equipment upkeep.
• Assist with planning and execution of snow removal, road maintenance, infrastructure, and special projects.
• Maintain accurate operational records, equipment inspections, and maintenance documentation.
• Work collaboratively with Grooming, Lift Operations, Ski Patrol, Mountain Safety, Facilities, and other resort departments to support daily operations.
• During the summer season, assist with road maintenance, drainage improvements, trail construction, excavation, vegetation management, and other mountain operations projects.
• Attend required company training and maintain all required certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED