Snowcat Groomer: Shape Pristine Slopes & Parks

Bear Valley; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Valley Mountain Resort in Bear Valley, CA, is seeking Snowcat Operators for the winter season. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of snow grooming equipment to prepare and maintain high-quality groomed surfaces for guests.

This seasonal role offers outdoor work in variable weather, with weekend and holiday shifts, and opportunities to contribute to terrain development and guest experience. Equipment inspection and team collaboration are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy grooming equipment.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather.
• Availability to work night shifts.
• Ability to shovel and carry heavy loads (30+ lbs) for extended periods.
• Experience working safely around heavy equipment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with grooming team.

Responsibilities

• Operate Snow Grooming Equipment to ensure highest quality of groomed snow surfaces.
• Represent and teach proper quality control of snow grooming and trail maintenance to provide guest satisfaction.
• Represent and teach proper procedures to inspect and ensure that all equipment is functioning properly (prior and post shift).
• Report mechanical equipment issues to shop mechanics and Manager or Director immediately.
• Accurately complete daily paperwork/logs as required.
• General operator maintenance of grooming equipment (greasing of implements, cleaning windows, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor work in extreme weather

Night shifts

Manual lifting

Safety around heavy equipment

Team-oriented

Job description

Bear Valley Mountain Resort in Bear Valley, CA, is seeking Snowcat Operators for the winter season. You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of snow grooming equipment to prepare and maintain high-quality groomed surfaces for guests.

This seasonal role offers outdoor work in variable weather, with weekend and holiday shifts, and opportunities to contribute to terrain development and guest experience. Equipment inspection and team collaboration are essential to success.