Groomer Operator- Mountain Operations

Dartmouth College; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College seeks a Groomer Operator for Mountain Operations to safely operate grooming machines and deliver top-quality snow surfaces for Dartmouth Skiway guests, based at Lyme Center, NH.

This temporary, part-time 4-month position requires the ability to operate a groomer, work independently, and maintain equipment. A valid driver's license and good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of operating large machinery.
• Good communication skills and patience.
• Ability to create quality snow and snow surface.
• Ability to operate a groomer.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under policy.

Responsibilities

• Operates groomer to ensure highest quality of groomed snow surfaces.
• Maintains quality control of snow surfaces to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Inspects and monitors equipment, reporting issues promptly.
• Completes daily logs and maintenance reports accurately.

Skills

Large machinery operation

Good communication

Snow quality/turfing

Groomer operation

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Groomer Operator- Mountain Operations

Position Number: 0000000

Hiring Range Minimum: $20.75

Hiring Range Maximum: $20.75

Location of Position: Lyme Center, NH

Position Purpose: Provides safe operation of grooming machines to ensure the highest quality snow surface possible for guests of the Dartmouth Skiway.

Required Qualifications:

Basic knowledge/understanding of large machinery

• Good communications skills and patience
• Ability to create quality snow and snow surface
• Ability to operate a groomer
• Must be able to work independently
• Must hold a valid driver's license and be qualified under the terms of the Dartmouth College Driver Safety and Motor Vehicle Policy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working outdoors
• High school graduate or equivalent

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Temporary Part time

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position is a 4-month term position.

Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.

https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy

Equal Opportunity Employer: Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

Background Check: Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Key Accountabilities

• Operates groomer to ensure highest quality of groomed snow surfaces.
• Maintains quality control of snow surfaces to ensure guest satisfaction.
• Inspects and monitors equipment, promptly reporting any issues.
• Accurately completes paperwork involving daily logs and maintenance reports.