Seasonal Snowcat Operator — Training & Growth

Sundance Mountain Resort; Sundance (WY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training & development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Active Season Pass

Job summary

Sundance Mountain Resort is seeking a Snowcat Operator Candidate for a seasonal, full-time role. The position requires availability seven days a week with shifts varying by weather, including evenings and night shifts.

Training to operate Prinoth and PistenBully groomers is provided, with emphasis on safety and mountain readiness. Ideal candidates have prior heavy equipment experience, are mechanically inclined, and can work independently while meeting insurance requirements for driving.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 1–3 months related experience and/or training.
• Must be mechanically inclined and able to perform daily inspections and maintenance.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and snow grooming machines is preferred.
• Ability to use a 2-way radio regularly in a mountainous environment.

Responsibilities

• Train to operate Prinoth and PistenBully snow groomers without supervision.
• Learn controls and basic grooming patterns for mountain readiness and safety.
• Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on snow groomers.
• Understand winter grooming techniques and mountain slope familiarity.
• Work independently and meet insurance driving requirements.
• Handle diverse outdoor weather conditions and safety risks.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Snow groomer driving

Two-way radio use

Physical strength

Self-starter

Education

High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience

Tools

Prinoth snow groomer

PistenBully snow groomer

Job description

Sundance Mountain Resort is seeking a Snowcat Operator Candidate for a seasonal, full-time role. The position requires availability seven days a week with shifts varying by weather, including evenings and night shifts.

Training to operate Prinoth and PistenBully groomers is provided, with emphasis on safety and mountain readiness. Ideal candidates have prior heavy equipment experience, are mechanically inclined, and can work independently while meeting insurance requirements for driving.