Winch Cat Operator

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies; Golden; On-site; CAD 67,950,000 - 80,003,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff pass

Discounts on food & beverages

Employee events

Team environment

Job summary

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort is seeking a Winch Cat Operator for seasonal on-site work in Golden, BC. You will operate grooming equipment, perform routine maintenance, and collaborate with maintenance and safety teams to ensure smooth mountain operations.

The role requires a proactive, safety-conscious teammate with strong communication skills and the ability to handle extreme weather and variable shifts. Join a passionate team delivering premier mountain experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience operating snow grooming equipment with a strong safety record.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic maintenance understanding.
• Basic knowledge of mountain resort maintenance needs.
• Team-oriented mindset with a positive contribution to the resort.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with diverse people.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate grooming equipment with pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform daily light maintenance: fluids, cleaning, greasing, fueling.
• Report unusual noises or conditions to Maintenance.
• Complete daily vehicle logs and data input.
• Maintain high-traffic areas and slopes.
• Perform snow removal, snow farming, snowmaking, and fencing.
• Relay grooming information to Security for daily reports.
• Record and report hazards to Mountain Safety.
• Advocate health and safety for a clean, safe workplace.
• Work flexible shifts, including afternoons, graveyards, holidays, weekends, in extreme weather.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Grooming equipment operation

Mechanical aptitude

Mountain resort maintenance awareness

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

You Will

• Safely operate grooming equipment, completing pre and post trip inspections of machinery.
• Perform daily light maintenance (topping up fluids, cleaning interior and exterior, greasing, and fueling of machine).
• Recognize and report unusual noises and conditions to the Maintenance team.
• Complete daily vehicle log sheets and daily data input form.
• Maintain high traffic areas with rebuilding and maintaining slopes.
• Perform snow removal and snow farming (including snowmaking and snow fencing).
• Relay grooming information to Security for the daily grooming report.
• Record and report any potential hazards to Mountain Safety.
• Be an advocate for health and safety, ensuring a clean and safe working environment.
• Work flexible shifts, including afternoons, graveyards, holidays and weekends, in extreme weather conditions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You Have

• Previous experience operating snow-grooming equipment, with an excellent safety record.
• Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic operations and equipment maintenance.
• A basic understanding of mountain resort maintenance and ski/snowboarding terrain needs.
• A team-oriented mindset and a desire to make a positive contribution to the entire resort.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse range of people.

We Offer

• Competitive Wages (per hour):
• Winch Cat Operator Level 1: $22.21 - 25.21
• Winch Cat Operator Level 2: $23.27 -$26.27
• Winch Cat Operator Level 3: $24.32 - $27.32
• Winch Cat Operator Level 4: $25.37 - $28.37
• Winch Cat Operator Level 5: $26.42 -$29.42
• Mountain Access Perks: Complimentary RCR staff pass with full mountain access, reciprocal resort tickets, and discounted friends & family lift tickets.
• Staff Discounts: Save on food & beverage, rentals, retail, and hotel accommodations.
• Employee Events & Recognition: Enjoy year-round staff events and get recognized through our employee awards program.
• A Great Team: Work alongside a passionate and fun team who love to share the RCR mountain experience.

We regret that only those applicants eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship may be considered for seasonal roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer and look forward to hearing from all qualified applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Kicking Horse Mountain Resort; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.