Snowcat Operator: Groom Slopes + Free Passes & Training

Vail Resorts; Beaver Creek (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee passes

Housing available

401(k) retirement plan

Employee discounts

Training and development

Referral program

Job summary

Vail Resorts is hiring for a Snowcat Operator to groom and prepare mountain trails at Beaver Creek for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027.

Starting wage is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. Housing is available, and employees receive mountain perks and discounts. Must be at least 18, have a valid driver's license, and be able to operate heavy machinery.

Join a team dedicated to safety, maintenance and delivering an excellent guest experience on the slopes.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with no restrictions.
• Experience working with and operating heavy machinery.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Climb in and out of the machine safely.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of grooming equipment.
• Prepare and groom ski area trails and surfaces.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Minimize downtime through preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of machines.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Valid driver's license

Operating heavy machinery

English fluency

Sitting for long periods

Machine mounting/dismounting

Job description

Vail Resorts is hiring for a Snowcat Operator to groom and prepare mountain trails at Beaver Creek for the Winter Seasonal 2026/2027.

Starting wage is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. Housing is available, and employees receive mountain perks and discounts. Must be at least 18, have a valid driver's license, and be able to operate heavy machinery.

Join a team dedicated to safety, maintenance and delivering an excellent guest experience on the slopes.