Snow Removal Operator

Boyne Resorts • Snoqualmie Pass, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Snow Removal Operator clears snow and controls ice across The Summit at Snoqualmie’s parking lots, resort roadways, walkways, and high-traffic zones so the resort is ready to open each morning. Reporting to the Snow Removal Manager, this seasonal role operates loaders, graders, snow blowers, and other heavy equipment on an overnight 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM shift. The role supports access to the mountain after overnight snowfall and aims to have lots and roads open, safe, and ready before morning arrivals, while keeping equipment in good working order and avoiding incidents.

The operator monitors weather, helps set clearing priorities and snow-storage locations, performs equipment inspections and minor maintenance, and records work completed. The role coordinates with teammates, dispatch, sand truck drivers, and other night crews; supports other resort departments with hauling and dozing; and may train newer team members. It requires working overnight shifts of 10 or more hours, including extended hours during severe weather, weekends, and holidays. This is a seasonal, non-benefited role.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; a DMV background check is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Able to work overnight shifts from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM, lasting 10 or more hours, including extended hours during severe weather, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to safely operate heavy equipment in winter conditions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to stay alert and focused through long overnight shifts and adverse weather.
• Strong team player with clear communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience operating loaders, graders, snow blowers, or similar heavy equipment.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or heavy equipment certifications.
• Background in snow removal, road maintenance, or resort operations.

Responsibilities

• Clear snow and ice from parking lots, resort roadways, walkways, and other designated zones at all base areas.
• Operate loaders, graders, snow blowers, and other heavy equipment around buildings, parked vehicles, and pedestrians.
• Push back and stack snow to preserve parking capacity and keep access routes and drive lanes open.
• Apply sand and de-icing materials as needed to prevent hazardous conditions.
• Fulfill hauling and dozing needs for other resort departments as requested.
• Monitor weather forecasts and conditions, and work with leadership to set clearing priorities, snow storage locations, and pre-storm staging.
• Conduct pre-operation equipment inspections and minor maintenance; promptly report damage or malfunctions.
• Document completed work and maintain accurate shift logs for planning and shift handoffs.
• Follow safety guidelines, protocols, and standard operating procedures; perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain radio communication with team members and dispatch about progress, hazards, and conditions.
• Coordinate with sand truck drivers and other night crews to share the property safely and hand off work between shifts.
• Train new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Share knowledge of lot layouts, hazards, and snow storage areas with newer operators.
• Model safe operating habits and give peers constructive, respectful feedback.
• Prioritize employee parking and critical access routes so morning crews can arrive safely and on time.
• Clear and treat guest lots, drop-off zones, and walkways before morning arrivals.
• Respond promptly to urgent clearing requests from other departments during the shift.

Benefits

• All individuals may contribute to the 401(k); an employee must work 1,000 hours in a calendar year to qualify for the discretionary match, with a two-year vesting cliff.
• Sick time accrues at 1 hour per 40 hours worked, up to 64 hours per year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed