Snow Groomer I

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe in Reno, NV is seeking a grooming/ snowcat operator to maintain trail grooming and support resort operations. You will learn grooming patterns, blade work, and ramp maintenance to ensure efficient terrain preparation for guests and vehicles.

Responsibilities include operating snowcats, tracking equipment with SNOWsat, and reporting any mechanical issues. The role requires strong customer service, organization, and the ability to work flexible days, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Must be available to work days or nights including weekends on a flexible basis.
• Previous snowcat/heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for basic grooming of trails in a reasonable period of time.
• Involved in learning grooming patterns and contours, proper blade work and tiller operation.
• Involved in basic ramp maintenance.
• Use SNOWsat to check equipment in and out. (e.g. snowcats, snowmobiles, and rangers).
• Report any suspicious mechanical issues or abnormal performance of equipment to the Vehicle Maintenance department via SNOWsat.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other departments as necessary in the completion of the above essential duties.
• Provide information and answer questions about the resort to resort guests.
• Any other duties that may contribute to the cleanliness, orderliness and overall efficiency of the entire operation and all of the tasks contained therein.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

SNOWsat usage

Tools

SNOWsat

Job description

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid drivers’ license.
• Must be available to work days or nights including weekends on a flexible basis.
• Previous snowcat/heavy equipment operation experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and prioritize tasks.

CONTACTS

• INTERNAL: Other Grooming/ Snowmaking staff
• EXTERNAL: Resort guests

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for basic grooming of trails in a reasonable period of time.
• Involved in learning grooming patterns and contours, proper blade work and tiller operation.
• Involved in basic ramp maintenance.
• Use SNOWsat to check equipment in and out. (e.g. snowcats, snowmobiles, and rangers).
• Report any suspicious mechanical issues or abnormal performance of equipment to the Vehicle Maintenance department via SNOWsat.

MARGINAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate and cooperate with other departments as necessary in the completion of the above essential duties.
• Provide information and answer questions about the resort to resort guests.
• Any other duties that may contribute to the cleanliness, orderliness and overall efficiency of the entire operation and all of the tasks contained therein.

Qualifications

Skills

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Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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