Snowcat Operator: Craft Perfect Slopes & Terrain Parks

Boyne Mountain Resort; Boyne Falls (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes

Golf passes

Waterpark passes

Discounts on food, beverages, retail,

Job summary

Boyne Mountain Resort is seeking a Snowcat Operator to prepare and maintain safe skiing surfaces using grooming equipment. You will operate slope-grooming gear, build terrain parks, and coordinate with shop mechanics to minimize downtime.

The role requires 3–6 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A high school diploma or GED is required; 18+ years old applicants only.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in related roles.
• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Driver's license required.
• Available to work days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• 1–3 months related experience and/or training.

Responsibilities

• Operate all slope-grooming equipment
• Building and maintaining Terrain parks, Winch cat operations, Free cat operation
• Maintaining mountain skiing surfaces to the finest level possible
• Safely operating a turbo-charged diesel powered snow groomer with hydrostatic drives, 12 way blade and multi-function rototiller rear implements
• Operating all machine functions, such as blade controls, rear implement controls and steering
• Minimizing down time through basis preventative maintenance, cleanliness and up-keep of machines
• Covering rocks and obstacles on slopes; moving snow from low wear areas to high wear areas
• Communicating as needed to shop mechanics concerning mechanical problems

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Boyne Mountain Resort is seeking a Snowcat Operator to prepare and maintain safe skiing surfaces using grooming equipment. You will operate slope-grooming gear, build terrain parks, and coordinate with shop mechanics to minimize downtime.

The role requires 3–6 years of experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. A high school diploma or GED is required; 18+ years old applicants only.