Slope Grooming Operator - Entry Level

Mt. Hood Meadows

2d•$21 - $23

About The Position

As an Entry-Level Slope Grooming & Snow Removal Operator at Mt. Hood Meadows, you’ll help keep the mountain safe, accessible, and ready for guests throughout the winter season. You’ll operate snowcats, articulated loaders, and other snow removal equipment to groom ski slopes and maintain access to lifts, lodges, parking areas, and other essential resort facilities. Working closely with the Slope Grooming team, you’ll learn to operate specialized equipment while developing your skills in snow grooming, snow removal, and mountain operations. This hands-on position requires attention to detail, sound judgment, strong communication, and a commitment to safety. You’ll work independently and as part of a team in challenging alpine conditions, including nighttime operations and changing winter weather. The employer is looking for someone dependable, safety-minded, mechanically inclined, and eager to learn. Previous grooming or heavy equipment experience is helpful but not required. This is a full-time, seasonal position.

Requirements

Must be at least 19 years of age.
Valid driver’s license.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Reliable plan to get to work during winter conditions.
Ability to work full-time.
Availability to work weekends and holidays during the ski and snowboard season.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Comfort with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.
Attention to detail, sound judgment, and commitment to safety.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical aptitude.
Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
Previous slope or park grooming experience.
Previous heavy equipment operation experience.
Previous snow removal operation experience.

Responsibilities

Operate snowcats, articulated loaders, and other snow removal equipment.
Groom ski slopes and maintain access to lifts, lodges, parking areas, and other essential resort facilities.
Learn and develop skills in snow grooming, snow removal, and mountain operations.
Work independently and as part of the Slope Grooming team in alpine conditions, including nighttime operations and changing winter weather.

Benefits

Year-round housing rentals, subject to availability.
Ski/snowboard season pass for employee and qualifying dependents.
Option to gift lift access to a family member.
Free ski/snowboard group lessons and discounts on rental gear.
Three discounted buddy tickets to share.
Resort discounts on food, retail, rentals, lessons, and daycare.
Mountain Exchange Program, with the ability to request free lift access to regional resorts.
Industry Pro Deals, including ExpertVoice, Outdoor Prolink, and Helly Hansen.
Special invitations to the Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Free employee transportation from Hood River and Sandy.
Summer seasonal job connections with local businesses.
Access to team wellness programs.
Team appreciation events and dinners.