Heavy Equipment Operator

Snowshoe Mountain Resort; Morgantown (WV); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort in West Virginia is looking for a Flex Year Round Operator to handle heavy machinery for snow and mountain operations. This role includes operating groomers, bulldozers, and more, ensuring optimal surface quality while enjoying perks like free skiing. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and some heavy equipment experience, making this an exciting opportunity in a beautiful outdoor environment.

Benefits

Affordable on-mountain housing available

Free skiing and snowboarding at Alterra resorts

Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers

30% off food & beverage locations

Pro Deals from top brands

401k plan available

Qualifications

• 1.5 years of prior heavy equipment or grooming experience preferred.
• Minimum of Class D COL and crane operators' certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate groomers, bulldozers, graders, loaders, and backhoes for preparing surfaces.
• Manage road construction, erosion control, and drainage.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Adaptability

Safety protocol adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Flex Year Round
Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

• Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent.
• Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209
• Pay: Starting at 16.50
• Pay: Class D for $17.50 subject to change!
• Pay: Class A or B for $19.00 subject to change!
• Start Date: June 2nd
• This is a Flex Position Flex position for 9-11 months per year; you can use your off months to travel or visit friends and family!
• Schedule: Will require working early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Employee Perks:

• Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
• 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
• Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
• 30% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol), 30% off soft goods like clothes, 15% off hard goods like skis at Snowshoe owned retail locations.
• Pro Deals from some of the industry's top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!

Why Work with Us?

Take charge of a variety of thrilling mountain operations! You'll operate powerful groomers, bulldozers, graders, loaders, and backhoes to shape snow and dirt for epic skiing surfaces, road construction, and building projects. Master cranes and boom trucks for exciting mountain tasks, and keep the resort running smoothly with dump trucks, plow trucks, and cinder spreaders. Be at the heart of transforming our mountain into a pristine playground!

Job Responsibilities:

Operate groomers, bulldozers, graders, loaders, and backhoes to prepare snow and dirt surfaces for roads, buildings, and skiing areas. Use cranes, boom trucks, dump trucks, plow trucks, and cinder spreaders for mountain operations, including road treatment and equipment transportation.

• Operate snow grooming equipment with various attachments to ensure optimal surface quality.
• Use heavy machinery (e.g., bulldozers, graders, loaders) for construction, maintenance, and terrain preparation.
• Manage road construction, erosion control, and drainage.
• Assist and oversee contractor work on projects.
• Perform daily equipment inspections, maintenance, and keep logs.
• Follow company, manufacturer, and safety protocols.
• Adapt to changing conditions and weather, adjusting equipment and schedules as needed.

Driving:

• Have a valid Driver's license and ability to pass the Snowshoe Driving Program

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Experience:

• Prior heavy equipment or grooming experience - 1.5 years
• Minimum of Class D COL and crane operators' certification preferred

All Information above is subject to change at any time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer.