Seasonal Slope Grooming Operator — Snow & Safety

Mt. Hood Meadows; Parkdale (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-Round Housing Rentals

Ski/Snowboard Season Pass

Discounts on Rental Gear

Free Group Lessons

Employee Transportation

EAP

Job summary

Mt. Hood Meadows is hiring an Entry-Level Slope Grooming & Snow Removal Operator to help keep the mountain safe and accessible. You will operate snowcats and other equipment to groom slopes and maintain access to lifts and facilities.

Join a hands-on team, learn snow grooming and mountain operations in a seasonal winter role with opportunities for growth and training. Nighttime work and varying weather are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Have a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum 3 years of Park Grooming Experience.
• Basic knowledge of terrain park design and construction.
• Have excellent verbal communication skills.
• Have a reliable plan to get to work during winter conditions.
• Available to work weekends and holidays during the ski and snowboard season.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowcats, articulated loaders and other snow removal equipment to groom slopes and maintain access to lifts, lodges, parking areas, and other facilities.
• Learn to operate specialized equipment while developing skills in snow grooming, snow removal and mountain operations.
• Work independently and as part of a team in challenging alpine conditions, including nighttime operations.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Excellent verbal communication

Dependable and safety-minded

Strong mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Winch Cat Operation Experience

MS Office

Slope grooming equipment knowledge

Job description

Mt. Hood Meadows is hiring an Entry-Level Slope Grooming & Snow Removal Operator to help keep the mountain safe and accessible. You will operate snowcats and other equipment to groom slopes and maintain access to lifts and facilities.

Join a hands-on team, learn snow grooming and mountain operations in a seasonal winter role with opportunities for growth and training. Nighttime work and varying weather are part of the job.