Snow Cat Operator: Master Mountain Grooming

Vail Resorts; Town of Hunter (NY); In loco; USD 29.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

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Free passes for employees

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Free ski lessons

Descrizione del lavoro

Vail Resorts is hiring Snow Cat Operators for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. The role involves operating snow grooming equipment to maintain mountains and slopes, ensuring safety and high-quality snow surfaces for guests.

Starting wage ranges from $21.00 to $25.20 per hour, with both full-time and part-time hours available, and housing is not provided. Applicants should have 2–4 years of snow grooming experience, a valid driver's license, and fluency in English.

Competenze

• 2–4 years of snow grooming experience required.
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to work in small groups as well as independently.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time while operating the snowcat.

Mansioni

• Understand the use, operation, and maintenance of heavy equipment used for snow/slope grooming.
• Operate snow/slope grooming equipment to maintain the appearance and quality of resort snow trails and ski slopes to the highest level possible.
• Maintain a general knowledge of the mountain and adhere to safety regulations.
• Perform basic routine inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
• Communicate clearly and effectively via 2-way radio.
• Communicate advanced mechanical problems or maintenance needs with shop mechanics.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and other departments to provide direction, support and maintain good working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Snow grooming experience

Valid driver's license

English fluency

Radio communication

Descrizione del lavoro

Vail Resorts is hiring Snow Cat Operators for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. The role involves operating snow grooming equipment to maintain mountains and slopes, ensuring safety and high-quality snow surfaces for guests.

Starting wage ranges from $21.00 to $25.20 per hour, with both full-time and part-time hours available, and housing is not provided. Applicants should have 2–4 years of snow grooming experience, a valid driver's license, and fluency in English.