Groomer I - Seasonal

Alterra Mountain Company; Solitude (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season pass

Lift ticket discounts

Food & rentals discounts

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Counseling services

Job summary

Solitude Mountain Resort is seeking a Groomer Level 1 to operate heavy snow grooming equipment on the slopes, ensuring a smooth skiing surface for guests. The role involves understanding machinery capabilities, maintenance routines, and ensuring safe, efficient work practices.

Education requires a High School diploma or GED, with desirable experience in snow movement mechanics and grooming shifts. Equal opportunity employer; benefits and perks included for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience understanding mechanics of snow movement desirable.
• Flexibility with all grooming shifts desirable.

Responsibilities

• Pre-operation checkout and fueling of vehicle.
• Show up for work in good condition.
• Receive shift instructions from Supervisor.
• Perform basic grooming functions.
• Perform work safely and efficiently.
• Secure worksite nightly with hazards marked.
• Groom/repair hazards encountered and inform Supervisor of incomplete tasks.
• Inform mechanics of repairs needed and logs maintained.
• Maintain equipment area and logs.
• Provide friendly, helpful service to guests and staff.
• Report unsafe conditions and keep area clean.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Seasonal

JOB TITLE

Groomer Level 1

DIVISION

Mountain Operations

REPORTS TO

Shift Supervisor, Slopes Maintenance Manager, and Director of Mnt Ops.

LOCATION

Solitude Mountain Resort

CLASSIFICATION

Full-Time/ Seasonal /Hourly

POSITION

The Groomer operates heavy construction equipment and/or snow grooming equipment with attachments. This person operates heavy equipment in an efficient manner on an as needed basis and grooms trails with the objective of providing an enjoyable skiing surface for guests. He/she knows capability of machinery and understands maintenance functions and gauges.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pre-operation checkout and fueling of vehicle.
• Show up for work in good condition.
• Receive instructions for shift from Supervisor.
• Preform basic grooming functions from Grooming supervisor
• Perform required work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Secure work site nightly in a reasonably safe manner, (i.e. holes marked, equipment keys removed).
• Groom/repair hazards encountered.
• Inform Supervisor of scheduled jobs not completed.
• Inform mechanics of necessary repairs and/or service needed.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date logs on equipment used.
• Maintain a friendly, congenial, and helpful attitude while effectively dealing with guests, mechanics, and other employees.
• Report and correct, if possible, unsafe conditions regarding equipment and area of work, or elsewhere on the area.
• Housekeeping of assigned work/shop/equipment area.
• Perform other duties as directed.

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School diploma or GED

Experience

• Experience in understanding the mechanics of snow movement and also nomenclature of equipment desirable.
• Experience as snowmaker/skiing trail crew desirable.
• Flexibility with all grooming shifts.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Solitude Mountain Resort is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Company to recruit, hire, train, assign, promote, and transfer the best qualified individual for each job opening and provide such employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, nationality, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, sexual preference, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable state or federal law. The Company makes all employment decisions, including selection, training, job assignment, compensation, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and access to benefits without regard to these protected statuses. Solitude Mountain Resort also provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during the selection process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Perks of Working Here

Work & Play in the Mountains

• Embrace the stunning Wasatch Mountains.
• Connect with fellow mountain enthusiasts.

Benefits

• Access to select Alterra Mountain Company Destinations.
• Free Solitude season pass for you and eligible dependents.
• Discounts on solitude lift tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food, rentals, retail, and lessons.

Other Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible employees
• Pro deals with outdoor brands.
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match.
• Free counseling service through Employee Assistance Program.