Terrain Park Groomer Advanced Winter 2526

Aspen Skiing Company; Snowmass Village (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Leave

Employee Ski Pass

Other company perks

Job summary

Aspen One is seeking an experienced Terrain Park Groomer Advanced to collaborate with Terrain Park Managers and staff. You will implement grooming plans, build on-snow features, and coordinate with event groups for special projects under the Park Leads and Manager.

The role requires extensive grooming experience, knowledge of heavy machinery, and the ability to work on mountain terrain. This is a seasonal full-time position with benefits and a safety-focused team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Approximately 5 years of grooming experience and two years of park host/crew experience required.
• Experience with winch cats required; HPG or Zaugg pipe cutting preferred.
• Experience with earth moving, chainsaws and other heavy machinery required.
• First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify requirements and plans with Snowmaking, Winter Trails, Vehicle Shop and Ski Patrol departments.
• Operate Snowcats equipment safely and efficiently.
• Understand terrain park layout and grooming routes/patterns.
• Execute building features from plans created with management.
• Complete park grooming requests in a timely manner.
• Create general terrain park layout and design with management.
• Report malfunctions or damages to Snowcats immediately and ensure servicing dates are met.
• Assist in training Terrain Park Groomers.
• Complete Terrain Park Grooming Log Sheet daily.
• Coordinate with Ski Patrol on area closures during operations.

Skills

Grooming experience

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

First Aid (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Winch Cats

Heavy machinery

Earth moving equipment

HPG pipe cutting

Zaugg pipe cutting

Job description

Job Description

The Terrain Park Groomer Advanced will work directly with Terrain Park Managers, Supervisors, and other Terrain Park staff to implement grooming requests and plans as directed by the Park Leads, Park Supervisors or Manager. The Terrain Park Groomer will assist in building on-snow features for skiers and riders of the Terrain Park and will work with outside event groups to complete special projects. This position reports to the Terrain Park Director.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct 1st, 2026 for the 2026- 2027 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions

• Work with Terrain Parks management and Mountain Operations staff to identify requirements and plans with Snowmaking, Winter Trails, Vehicle Shop and Ski Patrol departments
• Operate Snowcats equipment safely and efficiently
• Understands layout of the Terrain Park, grooming routes and patterns
• Executes building features from start to finish based on plans created in conjunction with management
• Complete all park grooming requests in a timely manner
• Work with Terrain Park management on creating general Terrain Park layout and design
• Communicate any malfunctions or damages to Snowcats with the Vehicle Maintenance Shop and Terrain Parks Manager immediately; ensure that all Snowcats are serviced according to the dates provided by the Vehicle Shop
• Assist in training of Terrain Park Groomers
• Complete Terrain Park Grooming Log Sheet on a daily basis
• Work with Ski Patrol when determining area closures during operating hours
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Approximately 5 years of grooming experience and two years of park host/crew experience required
• Experience with winch cats required; HPG or Zaugg pipe cutting preferred
• Experience with earth moving, chainsaws and other heavy machinery required
• First Aid certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of park design/lay out and event experience preferred
• Knowledge of safely handling and operating heavy and dangerous machinery
• Basic understanding and use of Google Sketch Up
• Comfortable working on mountain terrain including steep grades
• Knowledge of company policies and procedures
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
• Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with others
• Basic industry terminology
• Demonstrates expertise in the technical aspect of the job

Additional Information

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand or be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials as well as an office environment and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

This position is classified as a seasonal full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs.

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass
• Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever‑evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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