Terrain Park Snowcat Operator

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Snoqualmie Pass (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Summit at Snoqualmie in Snoqualmie Pass, WA seeks a Terrain Park Cat Operator to build and maintain terrain park features, combining snow grooming with artistry to deliver safe, progressive experiences for riders of all levels. Responsibilities include equipment inspections, awaiting Ski Patrol clearance, initial blade work, and meticulous maintenance of takeoffs, landings, and transitions.

Documentation and maps support safety and operations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with heavy machinery and hydraulic systems required.
• Ability to perform equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs.
• Strong radio communication skills and ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Consistent attendance with strong work ethic and commitment to team success.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the team.
• Precision-oriented mindset with focus on safety and quality standards.
• Comfortable working in challenging mountain weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Complete equipment inspections and document snowcat condition; report maintenance needs.
• Await official mountain clearance from Ski Patrol or Grooming Supervisor before operations.
• Begin with essential pushing and blade work for proper snow setup prior to tilling operations.
• Maintain groom-able takeoffs, landings, and transitions for safety and performance.
• Maintain surrounding terrain areas for seamless flow and safe buffer zones near park features.
• Collaborate with Park Grooming Supervisor on complex projects and new feature construction.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Hydraulic systems

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

Radio communication

Teamwork

Safety focus

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

Be part of a team that creates an amazing terrain park experience.

The Terrain Park Cat Operator plays a critical role in creating and maintaining world-class terrain park experiences for our guests. This specialized position combines technical expertise in snow grooming with artistic vision to construct and maintain terrain park features that provide safe, progressive, and exciting experiences for riders of all skill levels.

Come work and play at Seattle’s home mountain, The Summit at Snoqualmie. Located an hour West of Seattle via Interstate 90 at Snoqualmie Pass, The Summit includes four unique mountain areas, a snow tubing park, Nordic center, SnowSports School, and 10+ food and beverage establishments.

Responsibilities

As a Terrain Park Cat Operator you will:

Excellence in Execution

• Complete comprehensive equipment inspections and checklists, documenting snowcat condition and reporting any maintenance needs


• Wait for official mountain clearance from Ski Patrol or Grooming Supervisor before beginning operations


• Begin each shift with essential "pushing" and blade work, allowing proper snow setup time before precision tilling operations


• Perform meticulous maintenance on all groom-able takeoffs, landings, and transitions for optimal safety and performance


• Maintain surrounding terrain areas to create seamless flow and safe buffer zones around park features

Long Term Thinking

• Complete all required documentation including equipment checklists, cat maintenance logs, Park Groomer Nightly Reports, and Terrain Park Feature Placement Maps


• Create detailed Build Maps when constructing new features or relocating existing ones for accurate safety documentation


• Maintain organized paperwork systems and ensure all documentation reaches appropriate departments promptly


• Perform other duties as assigned

Develop Great People

• Collaborate with Park Grooming Supervisor on complex projects including new feature construction, jib installation/removal, and special event course preparation

Attitude is Everything

• Review nightly grooming assignments from the Park Grooming Supervisor via communication boards and direct briefings

Qualifications

What we are looking for:

Required

• Demonstrated proficiency with heavy machinery and hydraulic systems


• Ability to perform equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs


• Strong radio communication skills and ability to follow detailed instructions


• Consistent attendance with strong work ethic and commitment to team success


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team


• Precision-oriented mindset with focus on safety and quality standards


• Comfortable working in challenging mountain weather conditions


• Valid driver's license required

Join our team and enjoy The Summit Experience!

Wage and Benefit Info:

The wage range for this positions is: from $25.00-$29.00/hr DOE

This is a non-benefited role.

All individuals may contribute to the 401(k). An employee must work 1,000 hours in a calendar year to qualify for the discretionary match (there is a 2 year vesting cliff).

All individuals accrue sick time at 1 hour per 40 hours worked to a maximum of 64 hours per year.

It is the policy of Boyne Resorts to recruit, hire and promote in all job classifications and shall not discriminate with regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other non-merit factor. Boyne Resorts is committed to valuing individual diversity in the workplace by reaching beyond stereotypical views and using the strengths and different perspectives and unique backgrounds that each person offers. Even more importantly, Boyne Resorts embraces and derives value from the diverse views that each individual brings.