YC - Winter Maintenance Operator

Yellowstone Club•Big Sky, MT

65d•Onsite

About The Position

Yellowstone Club is paradise in Montana. A private residential community in Big Sky, Montana, Yellowstone Club offers its Members the world's only private ski and golf community. With fabulous skiing and snowboarding and the most gorgeous spring and summer weather to enjoy the 18-hole golf course, rivers, hiking, biking, and more, our Members love being a part of this exceptional community. Our employees make the Yellowstone Club experience come alive. If you would love being a part of the Montana charm and providing the highest level of guest service, ensuring no detail is too small to overlook, and being a part of creating experiences, then Yellowstone Club is looking for you. Yellowstone Club's Golf Course Maintenance department is currently seeking candidates for a Winter Maintenance Operator for the upcoming Winter season! Our Winter employment months are November through April. Purpose: The Winter Maintenance Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of snow removal, terrain grooming, and ice rink maintenance. The role involves operating and performing minor maintenance on heavy equipment, ensuring that all managed roads, trails, parking areas, and ice surfaces are safe and functional for guests and residents. Operators must monitor weather conditions and be prepared to respond promptly to weather events, which may require working early mornings, late nights, or during holidays.

Requirements

Experience operating heavy equipment: Proven experience with heavy machinery such as snowplows, front-end loaders, snowcats, and ice resurfacers is strongly preferred. On-the-job training may be provided.
Physical stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, such as shoveling, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
Adaptability: Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and adapt to changing weather conditions and work schedules.
Communication skills: Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.
Valid driver's license: A clean driving record is required; some positions may require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Mechanical aptitude: Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, including the ability to perform pre-trip inspections and light repair work.
Strong attention to detail: Ability to maintain a high level of concentration and precision while operating machinery.

Responsibilities

Operate a variety of equipment, including snowplows, spreaders, snow blowers, and ice resurfacing machines (e.g., Zamboni), to clear and maintain winter surfaces.
Perform routine snow removal on designated roads, driveways, parking lots, sidewalks, and walkways to ensure safe passage.
Apply de-icing agents like salt, sand, or brine to treat surfaces and prevent ice buildup.
Groom snowshoe and cross-country trails using snowmobiles with specialized attachments (e.g., tillers, blades) to maintain high-quality snow conditions.
Maintain ice rinks by resurfacing, edging, cleaning, and repairing the ice surface to specified standards.
Perform minor emergency repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety procedures and protocols, including the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
Work collaboratively with other team members to meet deadlines and respond to emergency situations.