Heavy Equipment Operator

Alterra • Snowshoe, WV

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Take charge of a variety of thrilling mountain operations! You'll operate powerful groomers, bulldozers, graders, loaders, and backhoes to shape snow and dirt for epic skiing surfaces, road construction, and building projects. Master cranes and boom trucks for exciting mountain tasks, and keep the resort running smoothly with dump trucks, plow trucks, and cinder spreaders. Be at the heart of transforming our mountain into a pristine playground!

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s license and acceptance onto the Snowshoe Driving Program
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior heavy equipment or grooming experience – 1.5 years
• Minimum of Class D COL and crane operators’ certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate groomers, bulldozers, graders, loaders, and backhoes to prepare snow and dirt surfaces for roads, buildings, and skiing areas.
• Use cranes, boom trucks, dump trucks, plow trucks, and cinder spreaders for mountain operations, including road treatment and equipment transportation.
• Operate a variety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, graders, loaders, backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, plow trucks, cranes, and boom trucks.
• Construct and maintain roads, utility lines, building sites, slopes, drainage systems, and other earthwork projects.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Haul equipment, materials, and supplies, including operation of trucks with low-boy trailers.
• Execute snow removal and winter road maintenance operations, including plowing, cinder spreading, and roadway treatment.
• Monitor weather and road conditions, making real-time operational decisions to maintain safe roadways.
• Maintain accurate work orders, equipment records, maintenance logs, and operational documentation.
• Follow all OSHA requirements, company policies, manufacturer guidelines, and safety procedures while maintaining a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent
• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• 30% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol)
• 30% off soft goods like clothes
• 15% off hard goods like skis at Snowshoe owned retail locations
• Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!
• Major Medical, Dental and Vision

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED