Senior Manager, Slope Maintenance

Schweitzer; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season pass

Dependent skiing privileges

Lessons discounts

Equipment rental discounts

Family vouchers

Retail & Food discounts

401k with company match

Background check

Job summary

Mammoth Mountain, including June Mountain in California, seeks an experienced Snow Cat Groomer and Operations Lead. You will oversee grooming operations and supervise the Slope Maintenance crew, coordinating equipment and staff to maintain pristine winter terrain.

You will develop training programs, implement a fleet reporting system, and manage budgets for fuel, wages, and repairs. This role offers seasonal/year-round opportunities and a range of employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating Snow Cats and supervising maintenance staff.
• Ability to manage scheduling and budget within department guidelines.
• Demonstrated leadership and safety awareness in high-altitude environments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all snow cat grooming on June Mountain.
• Oversees Slope Maintenance operations including equipment and personnel.
• Coordinates maintenance of all machines and scheduling of Operators.
• Develops and implements rigorous training programs and reporting tools.
• Manages snow cat fleet budgets for fuel, wages and repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Snow Cat experience

Management experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Year Round At June Mountain, you will live the dream! Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts. Your whole family can share this excitement with free skiing for dependents and a range of valuable discounts. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to embrace the beauty of June Lake, California.

Benefits and perks of your adventure here:

• Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts
• Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts
• Equipment Rental discount
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• 401k with company match
• *Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check

A little about this position:

• Responsible for all snow cat grooming on June Mountain.
• Oversees all operations of Slope Maintenance department including but not limited to equipment and employees.
• Coordinates maintenance of all machines.
• Provides scheduling of all Snow Cat Operators.
• Responsible for assisting with the development and implementation of a rigorous training program.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the Snow Cat fleet management system, including the development and implementation of reporting tools.
• Manages construction projects, including the coordination of outside contractors.
• Must manage fuel, wages and repair cost within budgetary guidelines set by department head.
• Responsible for any or all other responsibilities as assigned.

Addendum: Specific Duties to Area of Responsibility

Slope Maintenance

• Plan, organize, direct all grooming operations.
• Recruit, hire, train all staff.
• Manage two-three shifts nightly.
• Bruch cutting and summer slope maintenance.
• Hazard tree assessment, cutting and removal.
• Coordinates all equipment R&M with Mammoth mechanics.
• Create and manage associated budgets

Snowmaking

• Plan, organize, direct all snowmaking operations, manage three shifts, order and maintaining all equipment, order and installing air compressors, oversight of new snowmaking system and PUD Liaison for operation.

Terrain Park Building and Maintenance

• Design and Build three parks, Bucky's Playground, Surprise Fun Zone, and Bunker Hill location when applicable.
• Designs, builds and maintains all features.

Snow Removal

• Parking lot snow removal.
• Maintaining proper snow storage.
• Hires and Trains loader operator.
• Coordinate equipment R&M for Loader, blower, and attachments

Erosion Control

• Erosion prevention SOP compliance.
• Water samples.
• Orders and installs erosion pump system when necessary.
• Cleans out all collection ponds and drainage ditches.
• Rebuilds and maintains all on-mtn. roads and culverts

Hazmat management

• Follows current regulations for hazmat storage.
• Works with county inspectors for site inspections.
• Order and stock all vehicle fluids and chemicals.
• Coordinates hazmat removal and reporting with vendors

Heavy Equipment Operator

• Loader, Excavator, Masticator, Brush Mower, Water truck, Skid steer, Rock truck

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have 3-4 years of Snow Cat experience
• 2-3 years of management experience preferred
• Must be flexible for work hours including day shift, swing shift, and grave shift
• Possession of a commercial driving license, including HAZMAT endorsements preferred
• Pay: $85,489.17 - $90,916.88 per year

Mammoth Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.

Working in the iconic mountains of California is a dream we want to help you achieve and it all starts here.

There is typically an array of positions available, falling into either the seasonal or full-time/year-round categories.

So, whether you are looking to start a career or spend a season with us, we've got an opening that's right for you.

June Mountain offers exciting, equal-opportunity employment options for job seekers looking for a rewarding work experience in the ski resort and hospitality industry.

June Lake is a small resort town with a big mountain lifestyle.

Skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, fishing and much more are at your fingertips.

June Mountain operates a variety of resort businesses including operations and maintenance, lessons, food and beverage and retail.

June Mountain employees also enjoy benefits related to Mammoth Mountain including discounts at various locations and season pass access to the ski resort.

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