Groomer Operator - Mountain Snow Surfaces

Dartmouth College; Lyme Center (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Dartmouth College in Lyme Center, NH is seeking a Groomer Operator for Mountain Operations. The role supports safe grooming of snow surfaces for ski guests and requires independent work, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

The position is a 4-month term, part-time and non-exempt, with a focus on maintaining high-quality snow surfaces and coordinating with snowmaking and mountain operations teams. The Dartmouth Skiway environment emphasizes safety and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, promptly reporting any issues.
• Accurately completes paperwork involving daily logs and maintenance reports.
• Assists snowmaking teams in transportation, surface maintenance and other duties as needed.
• Assists in maintenance duties related to snowmaking and mountain operations systems including but not limited to parking lots, timbering operations, and building maintenance.
• Assists mountain operations with snow and ice mitigation including shoveling, sanding.
• Follows all policies and procedures of the Dartmouth Skiway.
• Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality through actions, interactions, and communications with others appropriate to an environment that is welcoming to all.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Snow surface quality

Groomer operation

Independent work

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dartmouth College in Lyme Center, NH is seeking a Groomer Operator for Mountain Operations. The role supports safe grooming of snow surfaces for ski guests and requires independent work, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills.

The position is a 4-month term, part-time and non-exempt, with a focus on maintaining high-quality snow surfaces and coordinating with snowmaking and mountain operations teams. The Dartmouth Skiway environment emphasizes safety and guest satisfaction.