Heavy Equipment Operator - Winter 26-27

Alterra Mountain Company; United States; Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Resort pass

Employee housing

Childcare discounts

Paid sick leave

401k match

Pro deals

Medical benefits

Vacation time

Parental leave

Descripción de la vacante

Schweitzer Mountain Resort in Idaho is seeking a seasonal equipment operator to plow, grade, and maintain roads and parking lots. Shifts include day, swing and graveyard; hours vary with weather, and 40-hour weeks are not guaranteed.

Located in the Selkirk Mountains near Sandpoint, Schweitzer offers expansive terrain and scenic views, with a welcoming, family-friendly resort culture. This position includes variable schedules and the chance to contribute to a premier winter destination.

Formación

• CDL preferred.
• High school diploma preferred.
• 1 year heavy machinery experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Operate graders, backhoes, front-end loaders and snow blowers.
• May operate sand trucks if qualified (CDL and clean driving record required).
• Perform minor maintenance of vehicles (monthly services, tire chain repair, edge replacement).
• Maintain Schweitzer roads and parking lots per yearly contracts.
• Logs in activity report using a two-way radio.
• May assist Independent Highway District on Schweitzer Mountain Road.
• Operate equipment with vehicle and pedestrian traffic present.
• Adhere to safety requirements (high-visibility vests, beacons, traffic cones).

Conocimientos

CDL preferred

Physical stamina

Educación

High school diploma preferred

Descripción del empleo

Seasonal Welcome to Schweitzer—where passionate mountain recreation pros work hard and play harder. Known for our friendly, inclusive culture, we’re growing thoughtfully to enhance mountain access and village life. Join the Schweitzer difference and help shape our future.

Perks include:

• Free Alterra Mountain Resort pass
• Employee housing
• Discounted onsite childcare
• Accrued paid sick leave
• 401(k) match
• Great discounts and access to pro deals
• Depending on employment status you could qualify for full medical benefits, vacation time, and paid parental leave.

Employment Status

Part Time or Full Time Seasonal

Wage Range

$20.00 to $28.00

Minimum Age

21

Background Check Required

No

Driver Verification Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Position Summary

Plows, grades, and maintains Schweitzer Mountain Resort roads and parking lots. Day, swing and graveyard shifts. Although defined as full time, working hours will be dictated by weather events and steady 40 hour work weeks are not guaranteed. Work may come in multiple day spurts with multiple days off in between. Expect to work any and all days and nights as weather dictates (ie weekends/holidays).

Considered by many as the best skiing in Idaho and the best family-friendly resort in the Pacific Northwest, Schweitzer ranks as one of the nation’s top winter destinations with 2,900 acres of incredible terrain thanks to two massive bowls and renowned tree skiing. Located in the rugged Selkirk Mountains of the northern Idaho panhandle, and only 80 miles from Spokane, WA, Schweitzer overlooks the town of Sandpoint, ID and offers breathtaking views of three states, Canada and the impressive Lake Pend Oreille.

Essential Functions and Major Responsibilities

• Primary task is to operate graders, backhoes, front-end loaders and snow blowers.
• May operate sand trucks if qualified (commercial driver license (CDL) and clean driving record required).
• Perform minor maintenance of vehicles (ie. monthly services, tire chain repair, cutting edge replacement, cleaning of equipment).
• Maintain selected roads in the Schweitzer Mountain Community, Schweitzer’s parking lots and private driveway/parking lots per yearly contracts.
• Uses a two-way radio and logs in activity report.
• May occasionally back up the Independent Highway District or its contractors on the main Schweitzer Mountain Road.
• Will operate equipment with both vehicle and pedestrian traffic present.
• Will adhere to all safety requirements (i.e. high vis vests, functioning beacons on equipment, traffic cones as needed).

Secondary Responsibilities

Must have or be willing to obtain extensive knowledge of Schweitzer Mountain Resort facilities and activities. Other Duties as assigned.

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications- CDL preferred
• Technical- None
• Physical Capabilities- Works in all weather conditions. Ability to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces. Possibility of lifting 50 lbs or more. Additional – If you have a CDL you must be able to pass the DOT medical physical and drug screen.

Education/Related Experience

Minimum education required- English reading, writing and communication. High school diploma preferred. Minimum time in related position – 1 year heavy machinery preferred.

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