Snowcat Operator, Winter 26-27

Schweitzer; California (MO); On-site; USD 28,929 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season ski passes for dependents

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

Ski lessons discounts

Equipment rental discount

Friends & Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

401k with company match

Job summary

Alterra Resorts in June Lake, California, seeks a Snowcat Operator for the winter season 26-27. The role requires extensive snowcat experience, independent grooming, and the ability to operate in graveyard hours. You will perform trail grooming and push projects while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Beneficial candidates bring winch cat familiarity and willingness to complete Pro-Academy training. A background check may be required.

Qualifications

• 1000+ hours of snowcat operation experience.
• Ability to work independently on trail grooming, grading and push projects.
• Willingness to work graveyard shifts and pass a background check.
• Must complete PistenBully Pro-Academy; entry-level grooming required.

Responsibilities

• Perform trail grooming and grading to meet park standards.
• Push projects and maintain groomed trails throughout shift.
• Communicate clearly with team and supervise crew as needed.

Skills

Snowcat operation

Trail grooming

Trail grading

PistenBully Pro-Academy

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Snowcat Operator, Winter 26-27Applylocations: June Lake, CAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR132848SeasonalAt June Mountain, you will live the dream!Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts. Your whole family can share this excitement with free skiing for dependents and a range of valuable discounts. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to embrace the beauty of June Lake, California.Benefits and perks of your adventure here:* Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts* Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts* Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts* Equipment Rental discount* Friends and Family vouchers* Retail & Food discount* 401k with company match**\*Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check**Hourly pay rate: $20.70-$29.51**A little about this position:*** Journeyman operator is a skilled position.* The ideal candidate should have 1000+hrs of snowcat operational experience.* Can independently perform trail grooming, trail grading, and push projects.* Candidate should also be self-motivated and can manage basic job-related trouble shooting.* Potential to be scheduled graveyard shifts; typical graveyard shift hours are 12:30am – 8:30am.**Requirements:*** High school graduate or equivalent.* 1000+hrs of snowcat operation experience.* Winch cat experience preferred.* Ability to work independently trail grooming, trail grading, and push projects.* Strong verbal communication skills and adequate writing abilities.* Operator must be able to complete PistenBully Pro-Academy; Entry- Level Snow Grooming.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.