Slope Heavy Equipment Operator - Summer 2026 Seasonal - Full Time

Alterra•Steamboat Springs, CO

4d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Seasonal Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. POSITION SUMMARY Remove snow from parking lot and roads by operating heavy equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Operate heavy equipment such as Front-end Loader, Dump truck, Skid Steer, and Snowcat to remove snow and keep parking lots and roads safe. Inspect vehicles and equipment for safe and dependable operation. Operate equipment in compliance with the Steamboat safety policies and procedure to avoid unnecessary collisions or unsafe practices Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage to machinery to raise, lower, tilt blades and scoops. Although defined as full time, working hours will be dictated by weather events. When not snowing, position can either help in Vehicle shop or help operate snowcats; to be discussed with Manager. Perform minor repairs on equipment when necessary to continue operations. Other duties as assigned

Requirements

2 years of previous work history/education required
Valid Colorado driver’s license and have satisfactory driving record and meet company’s insurance carrier standards
CDL license preferred
Mechanical aptitude and understanding equipment limitations
Safety oriented
Knowledgeable about environmental issues
High School Diploma or GED
2 years’ experience as a heavy equipment operator
1 year experience in snow removal
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Nice To Haves

CDL license

Responsibilities

Remove snow from parking lot and roads by operating heavy equipment.
Operate heavy equipment such as Front-end Loader, Dump truck, Skid Steer, and Snowcat to remove snow and keep parking lots and roads safe.
Inspect vehicles and equipment for safe and dependable operation.
Operate equipment in compliance with the Steamboat safety policies and procedure to avoid unnecessary collisions or unsafe practices
Connect hydraulic hoses, belts, mechanical linkage to machinery to raise, lower, tilt blades and scoops.
When not snowing, position can either help in Vehicle shop or help operate snowcats; to be discussed with Manager.
Perform minor repairs on equipment when necessary to continue operations.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees
Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees
Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
401(k) plan with generous company match
Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
Free regional bus pass