Equipment Operator

LMLC OPERATIONS LLC•Big Sky, MT

7d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Moonlight Basin is seeking dependable, safety-minded Equipment Operators to join its Field Operations snow removal team in Big Sky, Montana. Operators keep the community moving during winter by clearing roads, driveways, parking areas, and grounds for members, guests, and staff. New team members are placed as Equipment Operator I or II based on experience. Operator I team members build skills on a range of machinery alongside experienced crew members; Operator II team members independently operate the full range of equipment and help guide newer operators.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Experience operating heavy or light equipment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Flexibility to work early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, including 3:00–4:00 AM starts after overnight snowfall.
Proficient in English reading, writing, and comprehension.
Communicate clearly with crew members, supervisors, homeowners, and property managers.
Prioritize safe equipment operation and remain aware of people, vehicles, and property.
Work independently and as part of a crew.
Dependability, punctuality, and reliable attendance during storms and early-morning call-outs.
Basic mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail.
Adapt to changing weather, priorities, and variable workload across the season.

Nice To Haves

Snow removal experience in a mountain or resort setting.
Experience operating loaders, Toolcats, or plow trucks.
Basic equipment maintenance knowledge.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate snow removal equipment, including loaders, Bobcat Toolcats, plow trucks, and similar machinery.
Plow, haul, and move snow, and widen roadways and view sheds during daytime and overnight shifts.
Shovel snow by hand around entryways, walkways, and areas equipment cannot reach.
Complete daily pre-operation inspections, fueling, and cleaning of equipment.
Read gauges and instruments, recognize mechanical issues, and report them promptly.
Identify obstacles and hazards across varied mountain terrain.
Communicate work completed, areas covered, and irregularities to fellow operators and supervisors.
Respond to homeowners’ and property managers’ requests courteously and professionally.
Follow Risk Management, health, and safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.