Snow Removal Supervisor - Winter 2026/27

powdr; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Bachelor in Bend, Oregon is seeking a Snow Removal Supervisor to oversee the parking lot and road clearing, coordinate a crew of up to 10 plow operators, and communicate with the manager to ensure safe, efficient snow operations.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least 2 years supervising staff or heavy equipment experience, a current driver's license, and be able to work nights in changing weather. This role offers strong benefits, housing options, and employee passes.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years either supervising staff or heavy equipment operations.
• Current and valid drivers license.
• Ability to work at night in variable weather conditions.
• Experience with heavy equipment machinery.

Responsibilities

• Communicate information between the manager and employees.
• Create a work schedule for the crew.
• Monitor payroll in Workday.
• Establish a plan for each shift and lead operators in safe operations.
• Train employees on the safe and proper operation of equipment.
• Watch for weather changes and equipment issues, and communicate with the manager clearly.
• Clear parking lots and roadways of snow.
• Clear snow from maintenance areas.
• Clean ice and snow from equipment and complete equipment inspections each shift.
• Tire chain building and repair for equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Supervisory ability

Night shift readiness

Education

High School or equivalent

2 years supervising staff or heavy equipment operations

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Location: Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts

Position Summary

Oversees snow removal staff in the plowing of the Parking lot and Roads.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Communicate information between the manager and employees.
• Create a work schedule for the crew.
• Monitor payroll in Workday.
• Establish a plan for each shift and lead operators in safe operations.
• Ability to train employees on the safe and proper operation of equipment.
• Watch for weather changes and equipment issues, and communicate with the manager clearly.
• Clear parking lots and roadways of snow.
• Clear snow from maintenance areas.
• Clean ice and snow from equipment and complete equipment inspections each shift.
• Tire chain building and repair for equipment.

Secondary Function

• Assist mechanics in servicing equipment as needed.
• Work with grooming in hauling of snow for day operations.
• Ensure walls are cut and clean between storms.
• Open and clear drains as the weather dictates.
• Pull ice pack layer on roadways and parking lots.
• Repair potholes in the lot/roads as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Number of employees supervised: Up to 10.
• Positions supervised: Plow operators 1 and 2.
• Scheduling and assigning work: Assign employees to equipment and tasks, and follow up on the completion of tasks.
• Training: Train employees on safe, proper, and efficient equipment operations.
• Salary actions: None.
• Disciplinary actions: Document action when needed.
• Performance review: Mid-Season and End-of-Season reviews for operators.
• Hiring/Termination: Work with the Fleet Maintenance & Snow Removal manager for hiring/terminations.

Interpersonal Contacts

Public Safety/Security, Grooming operations, Vehicle mechanics, Parking attendants, Lift Maintenance mechanics, Lift Services (tubing hill operations), and early arriving guests in parking lots.

Specific Job Skills

License/Certifications: Current and Valid Driver's license

Technical: Experience with heavy equipment machinery.

Physical Capabilities: Able to work at night in variable weather conditions.

Education/Related Experience

• Minimum education required: High School or equivalent
• Minimum time in related position: 2 years either supervising staff or 2 years of heavy equipment operations

Current Hiring Rate

$27.58/hr

Minimum Age Requirement

18+

Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.