Terrain Park Groomer

Alterra Mountain Company; Warren (VT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Safety commitment

Growth opportunities

Resort discounts

Health club membership

Job summary

Sugarbush Resort in Vermont is seeking a Terrain Park Groomer for the winter season. You will be responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing terrain parks to meet the needs of a diverse range of skiers and riders.

This role involves operating a Snow cat, performing pre/post shift inspections, and collaborating with the Vehicle Maintenance team. We value a guest-service attitude, reliability, and the ability to work long shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong background pertaining to terrain parks, park skiing and riding.
• Must have an outgoing, friendly, guest-service-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operation of a Snow cat, pre and post shift machine inspections
• Communication with Vehicle Maintenance department
• Upkeep and inspection of the parks
• Ensure grooming is done in consideration of the safety of skiers and boarders
• Opening and closing of the terrain parks
• Providing support for park-related events
• Meet daily with staff before and after certain shifts to discuss the team's goals, objectives
• Provide a safe, motivated, positive, productive, and successful working environment.
• Provide Parks Manager and Supervisor with appropriate, effective and accurate daily reporting

Skills

Terrain parks experience

Guest service

Snow cat operation

Team communication

Job description

Seasonal

RESORT OVERVIEW:

Sugarbush Resort is a year-round destination offering some of the best skiing and riding in the east, an award-winning ski school, mountain biking, golf, disc golf, an array of dining venues, and a fully appointed Health and Recreation Center. Do you want to join an all-star team dedicated to delivering an unparalleled guest experience? Make this your best season yet by joining the team at Sugarbush and taking advantage of everything Vermont has to offer.

BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Our investment in each employee includes a comprehensive wellness initiative, unwavering commitment to safety, growth opportunities, and a wide variety of resort benefits. Employees get to take advantage of our 4000+ acre playground including skiing, golf, mountain activities, health club membership, resort discounts, and more, so it's easy to share your enthusiasm for Sugarbush with our guests.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Sugarbush Resort is seeking Terrain Park Groomer to join our team for the winter season! Terrain Park Groomers are responsible for the construction, maintenance, and daily repair of Sugarbush Resorts terrain parks. Groomers ensure that our terrain parks maximize the resort's resources in order to meet the needs and wants of a diverse mix of abilities and skier/rider types.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operation of a Snow cat, pre and post shift machine inspections
• Communication with Vehicle Maintenance department
• Upkeep and inspection of the parks
• Ensure grooming is done in consideration of the safety of skiers and boarders
• Opening and closing of the terrain parks
• Providing support for park-related events
• Meet daily with staff before and after certain shifts to discuss the team's goals, objectives
• Provide a safe, motivated, positive, productive, and successful working environment.
• Provide Parks Manager and Supervisor with appropriate, effective and accurate daily reporting

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid Driver's License and an acceptable driving record.
• A strong background pertaining to terrain parks, park skiing and riding is required.
• Must have an outgoing, friendly, guest-service-focused attitude.
• Must be able to work long shifts and operate a variety of types of snow cats.
• Must be able to install and remove rails.
• Proficient in rebuilding small and medium-sized jumps.

Sugarbush Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

An offer of employment may be contingent upon the results of a background, MVR, or criminal records check.