Snowcat Operator (Groomer)

Sun Valley; Sun Valley (ID); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Valley is seeking an experienced Snow Groomer to maintain safe, skiable surfaces on the mountain, operating grooming equipment in varied conditions. The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and teamwork within Mountain Operations.

This is a seasonal, full-time position with flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays, and includes duties such as inspecting equipment, reporting defects, grooming routes, and transporting supplies to on-mountain lodges.

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and frequently up to 75 lbs.
• One to three seasons of grooming or equipment operation experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Able to engage in physical activities, including standing, walking, gripping, handling, reaching, and working in various outdoor conditions.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts and flexible schedules based on weather and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect the assigned snowcat for mechanical issues before and after each shift.
• Document and report mechanical defects to snowcat maintenance.
• Maintain and shape ski lift ramps.
• Participate in daily driver meetings and execute assigned grooming projects.
• Collaborate with team members to determine grooming routes and fleet strategy.
• Transport supplies and equipment to on-mountain lodges.
• Operate grooming equipment on designated ski runs and trails.
• Operate additional machinery or tools required for grooming operations.

Skills

Snow grooming

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Snowcat operation

Job description

• Mountain Operations
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SNOWC004528

Description

Join our team at Sun Valley, where we deliver world-class ski and ride experiences. We are currently seeking an experienced Snow Groomer to join our Mountain Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining safe, skiable surfaces across the mountain by operating grooming equipment in a variety of conditions. This position requires experience with snowcats, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

This is a seasonal, full-time position that requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Inspect the assigned snowcat for mechanical issues before and after each shift

Document and report mechanical defects to snowcat maintenance

Maintain and shape ski lift ramps

Participate in daily driver meetings and execute assigned grooming projects

Collaborate with team members to determine grooming routes and fleet strategy

Transport supplies and equipment to on-mountain lodges

Operate grooming equipment on designated ski runs and trails

Operate additional machinery or tools required for grooming operations

Qualifications:

Valid U.S. Driver’s License required

High school diploma or GED

• Must be 18 years or older
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and frequently up to 75 lbs

One to three seasons of relevant grooming or equipment operation experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Able to engage in physical activities, including standing, walking, gripping, handling, reaching, and working in various outdoor conditions

• Comfortable with exposure to: Moving mechanical parts, Vibration and heavy machinery, Extreme weather (cold, heat, snow, wind), Occasional high or hazardous locations, fumes, and chemicals

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Willingness to work overnight shifts and flexible schedules based on weather and operational needs

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