Grooming - Snow Cat Operator - Winter 26/27

Ski Louise; Banff; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LLSR lift pass

Discounts on lessons

Staff housing options

Employee transportation

RRSP matching

Extended health care

Job summary

Lake Louise Ski Resort in Lake Louise, AB is seeking a Grooming - Snow Cat Operator for the winter season. You will operate Prinoth Snow cats to create and maintain high-quality ski run surfaces for guests, with the chance to advance in a year-round operation.

The role requires prior seasons of snow cat work, physical fitness, and a valid Alberta driver’s license. Evening and night shifts and a 5-on/2-off schedule are noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• Two or more seasons as a Snow Cat Operator required.
• Winch Cat experience is an asset.
• Park grooming experience is an asset.
• Self-motivated, able to work in a team or independently.
• Excellent physical condition; heavy lifting and manual labor may be required.
• Knowledge of Lake Louise Ski Area is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain ski run surfaces using Prinoth Snow cats.
• Transport supplies to and from lodges and other locations.
• Clean, lubricate and perform minor cat repairs and maintenance.
• Perform safety/pre-start-up checks on equipment.
• Monitor gauges and equipment at all times.
• Report defects, accidents, or damage to equipment.

Skills

Snow Cat Operator

Winch Cat experience

Park grooming experience

Team player

Physical fitness

Tools

Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license

Job description

Grooming - Snow Cat Operator - Winter 26/27

Mountain Operations Resort, Lake Louise, AB, CA

7 days ago Requisition ID: 2664

Come work with us in Lake Louise. Live, Work, Play surrounded by awe-inspiring views!

The Lake Louise Ski Resort is a world-class ski area nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. We are a year-round operation, operating as a ski resort in the winter months and as a sightseeing gondola in the summer months.

Whether you want to work indoors or outdoors, no day will ever be the same. As an employee you can expect a great working environment, employee benefits, competitive wages and the experience of a lifetime.

At present some of our Winter Employee Perks include:

• LLSR lift pass (valued at approx. $1,600)
• Reciprocal discounts with other Ski Resorts
• Free group lessons and discounted private lessons through snow school
• Free LLSR recreational opportunities including tubing
• Free employee transportation from Lake Louise, Banff and Canmore
• Food and Beverage discounts at designated cafeterias and restaurants
• Friend and Family discounted day passes
• Retail, Rental and Repair discounts
• Staff rates at Skoki Backcountry Lodge
• Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate at designated cafeterias when you provide your own reusable mug
• Employee recognition programs
• Long Service Award programs
• Opportunity for educational growth and development
• Optional subsidized staff housing for full-time employees
• Awesome Staff events, activities, and team building events throughout the season
• RRSP matching contribution depending on length of service
• Extended health care plan depending on length of service
• Year-round employees may be eligible for spousal and family passes

Job Description:

Reporting to the Grooming Supervisor, the ideal candidate will be required to safely operate grooming equipment and carry out tasks that lead to superb skiing and riding products for the guests of the Lake Louise Ski Resort.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain ski run surfaces through the safe and effective operating of Prinoth Snow cats
• Transport supplies to and from lodges and other locations with boxes and barge trailers
• Clean, lubricate and perform other minor cat repair and maintenance work
• Performing safety/pre-start-up checks on equipment
• Monitoring gauges/equipment at all times

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Two or more previous seasons as a Snow Cat Operator required
• Previous Winch Cat experience an asset
• Previous Park grooming experience an asset
• Self motivated, can work well in a team as well as independently
• Must be in excellent physical condition, heavy lifting and manual labor may be required
• Knowledge of the Lake Louise Ski Area is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license (or international equivalent) with clean driving record (abstract/traffic history report must be provided before commencement of employment)

Work Schedule:

5 days on / 2 days off

Evening and Night shifts

Dress Code:

Maintenance/Outdoor uniform to be discussed at time of interview

Job Description:

Reporting to the Grooming Supervisor, the ideal candidate will be required to safely operate grooming equipment and carry out tasks that lead to superb skiing and riding products for the guests of the Lake Louise Ski Resort.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain ski run surfaces through the safe and effective operating of Prinoth Snow cats
• Transport supplies to and from lodges and other locations with boxes and barge trailers
• Clean, lubricate and perform other minor cat repair and maintenance work
• Performing safety/pre-start-up checks on equipment
• Monitoring gauges/equipment at all times
• Report defects, accidents, or damage to equipment

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Strong problem solving skills
• Two or more previous seasons as a Snow Cat Operator required
• Previous Winch Cat experience an asset
• Previous Park grooming experience an asset
• Self motivated, can work well in a team as well as independently
• Must be in excellent physical condition, heavy lifting and manual labor may be required
• Knowledge of the Lake Louise Ski Area is an asset
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s license (or international equivalent) with clean driving record (abstract/traffic history report must be provided before commencement of employment)

Work Schedule:

5 days on / 2 days off

Evening and Night shifts

Dress Code:

Maintenance/Outdoor uniform to be discussed at time of interview