Snowcat Operator Candidate

Sundance Mountain Resort • Aspen Grove, UT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Snowcat Operator Candidate ensures all aspects of mountain readiness are his/her focus, by meeting mountain grooming and safety standards using heavy mountain equipment, in order to create a safe mountain experience for resort guests. The Candidate position is a season long position, at the end of the season will be evaluated for following seasons.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Previous experience with heavy equipment operation.
• Previous experience driving snow grooming equipment.
• Use of a 2-way radio is frequently required.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move between 50 and 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Responsibilities

• Training to operate a Prinoth and PistenBully snow groomer without supervision.
• Learning different controls and basic grooming patterns.
• Basic mechanical understanding of snow groomer to perform daily inspections and maintenance.
• Possess a basic understanding and knowledge of winter grooming techniques.
• Be familiar with Sundance slopes to ensure quality grooming product.
• Candidate must be a self-starter and work under unsupervised conditions for periods of time.
• Candidate must meet our insurance requirements for driving vehicles.
• Have a solid understanding of risk management and make decisions based on this knowledge.
• Must be able to handle all types of outdoor weather conditions.

Benefits

• Employee discounts on dining and resort amenities.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career growth.
• Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and personal development.
• Active Season Pass

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED