Snow Groomer

Camelback Resort•Pocono Township, PA

About The Position

The Snow Groomer Operator operates snow grooming equipment to groom ski trails, including pushing, tilling, and redistributing snow to maintain smooth, consistent, and safe trail conditions. The role works with nightly grooming plans and mountain operations, monitors conditions and equipment, and coordinates with the Grooming Supervisor and Snowmaking team. The position reports to the Director of Mountain Operations.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At least 1 year of snow grooming experience.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read and interpret trail maps, grooming plans, and work assignments.
Ability to follow grooming priorities and adjust tasks to changing snow conditions and operational needs.
Ability to communicate clearly with team members and supervisors about assignments, safety concerns, and equipment issues.
Ability to recognize changing snow and weather conditions and adjust work practices accordingly.
Ability to identify basic equipment issues and report maintenance needs or malfunctions.
Knowledge of mountain safety procedures and safe operating practices for heavy equipment.
Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and demonstrate sound judgment.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Proficiency in operating snow grooming equipment safely and efficiently.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and long or irregular hours during peak season.
Must be able to speak and read English.
Ability to sit for extended periods while operating grooming equipment.
Ability to climb in and out of large machinery repeatedly; stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb as needed.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs.
Good hand-eye coordination and ability to operate machinery controls.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including snow, cold, wind, rain, and heat.
Ability to navigate steep, uneven, snowy, and icy terrain as required.
Ability to tolerate exposure to loud noise, fumes, dust, and other environmental conditions associated with equipment operation.
Ability to operate equipment, tools, and machinery safely.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of workplace safety practices and hazard awareness.
Knowledge of snowmaking, trail building, and other mountain construction activities.
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Review and communicate nightly grooming priorities, assignments, and timelines to ensure work follows the Night Action Plan.
Monitor grooming operations throughout the shift and adjust priorities based on weather, snow conditions, and operational demands.
Operate grooming equipment safely and appropriately for assigned tasks.
Monitor trail conditions and communicate maintenance needs, hazards, and operational concerns to the Grooming Supervisor.
Coordinate with the Snowmaking Night Supervisor and Snowmaking Team to support nightly mountain operations.
Complete grooming tasks efficiently and according to established quality and safety standards.
Report equipment malfunctions, maintenance concerns, and other issues that may affect nightly operations.
Support team members with equipment operation and daily tasks as needed.
Communicate shift progress, outstanding tasks, and important updates to the Grooming Supervisor.