Lead Snow Cat Operator – Tahoe Grooming

Discovery Land Company; California (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer 401k

Employee meals

Professional development

Upward mobility

Work-Family culture

Job summary

Discovery Land Company’s Homewood Mountain Resort is seeking a Lead Snow Cat Operator to join the Snow Surfaces Department on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, California. The role oversees grooming to ensure pristine trails and a safe, enjoyable guest experience.

You will supervise the grooming crew, coordinate nightly assignments, and communicate work priorities with resort operations. Strong safety focus, teamwork, and prior snowcat or heavy equipment experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Experience operating snowcats or heavy equipment.
• Previous supervisory or team lead experience.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and the ability to identify malfunctions, unusual operating conditions, and potential safety concerns.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions, SOPs, and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate snowcat grooming equipment to maintain surfaces across trails and terrain.
• Provide supervision and support to snowcat operators to ensure safe and consistent grooming operations.
• Assist with training and onboarding of operators, including safety procedures and resort standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture by reinforcing safe operating practices and addressing hazards.
• Perform pre- and post-operation inspections of snowcats and equipment.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential mechanical problems.
• Communicate needs with Vehicle Maintenance for repairs and service.
• Follow grooming patterns to achieve desired snow conditions and quality.
• Operate grooming equipment per resort procedures and guidelines.
• Comply with all company and safety policies.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Supervisory experience

Mechanical knowledge

Attention to safety

English proficiency

18+ years old

Pisten Bully Academy

Tools

Snowcat equipment

Job description

Discovery Land Company’s Homewood Mountain Resort is seeking a Lead Snow Cat Operator to join the Snow Surfaces Department on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, California. The role oversees grooming to ensure pristine trails and a safe, enjoyable guest experience.

You will supervise the grooming crew, coordinate nightly assignments, and communicate work priorities with resort operations. Strong safety focus, teamwork, and prior snowcat or heavy equipment experience are essential.