SNOW CAT OPERATOR

Powderhorn Mountain Resort

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs year-round maintenance and grooming as required to provide Powderhorn guests with a safe and enjoyable experience. Duties vary by season. The Summer Trail Crew is responsible for performing various tasks to prepare the mountain for the upcoming ski season.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
Must have a valid, unrestricted driver’s license
Mechanical understanding of basic operations and maintenance of equipment
Ability to communicate effectively
Must understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures
Must be able to work in extreme weather conditions and make on the spot decisions depending on the weather
Must be able to use good judgment in emergency and hazardous situations
MUST HAVE PRIOR OPERATING EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED
Previous experience operating Snowcats or comparable equipment with excellent safety record
Heavy equipment operation experience (preferably dozer and blade experience)
Must be able to navigate slippery and uneven terrain
Requires working outdoors in extreme weather (cold, wind, snow, rain, heat), night time and on uneven terrain
Lifting, dragging heavy hoses and snow guns, snowmobiles, and snow shoveling
Use of snowmobiles and ATVs as transportation in adverse weather and rough terrain
Outdoors at high altitude (approximately 8200 feet to 9850 feet) and temperatures sometimes reaching 90 degrees in summer and well below 0 in winter.
Must use proper footwear, eye and hearing protection and gloves
Must wear hard hat, chaps and harness (will be provided)
Physically able to perform the job
Be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs.
Ability to walk, bend over and move equipment on steep and uneven terrain
Must have normal vision and hearing
Must have the ability to work outdoors in extreme cold and wet weather conditions
Must be physically capable of operating and maintaining equipment
Must be able to work overnight shifts as well as weekends and holidays

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Powderhorn's terrain and operations is an asset

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include maintenance and grooming of trails and slopes
Operate slope grooming equipment in a safe and responsible manner in accordance with company procedures and departmental training
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections (including removal of snow from frame at end of shift)
Monitor and prepare for winter weather and wind conditions
Work closely with, and assist other departments such as Snow Making, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations and Special Events
Recognize and report unusual noises and/or performance issues to Fleet Maintenance
Prepare race courses and start ramps as needed
Prepare and maintain terrain and tube parks
Perform snow removal and snow farming (including snowmaking and snow fencing)
Relay grooming information to Communications Manager for completion of daily grooming report
Record and report any potential hazards and assist in emergency situations
Be familiar with and follow the policies and procedures outlined in the grooming manual
Abide by all mountain rules and regulations at all times
Other duties as assigned