Winter Snowcat Operator – Grooming & Terrain Prep

Bear Valley Mountain Resort Llc; Bear Valley (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bear Valley Mountain Resort is seeking an Entry Level Snowcat Operator for the 26-27 winter season in Bear Valley, CA. This seasonal role focuses on safe operation of snow grooming equipment and maintaining high-quality groomed snow surfaces for guests.

Responsibilities include training on equipment, quality control, daily logs, and coordination with shop staff. The role requires ability to work outdoors in cold conditions and to handle heavy loads and equipment safely.

Qualifications

• Seasonal full-time position in Bear Valley, CA.
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Responsibilities

• Learn and execute training to operate Snow Grooming Equipment to ensure highest quality of groomed snow surfaces
• Learn and execute quality control of snow grooming and trail maintenance to meet guest satisfaction
• Learn and execute to proper procedures to Inspect and ensure that all equipment is functioning properly (prior and post shift) in order to produce a good snow product
• Report mechanical equipment issues to shop mechanics and Manager or Director immediately
• Accurately complete daily paperwork/logs as required
• General Operator Maintenance of grooming equipment (greasing of implements, cleaning windows, ETC.)
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Outdoor work

Night shifts

Heavy snow shoveling

Lift heavy loads

Heavy equipment operation

Teamwork

Job description

Bear Valley Mountain Resort is seeking an Entry Level Snowcat Operator for the 26-27 winter season in Bear Valley, CA. This seasonal role focuses on safe operation of snow grooming equipment and maintaining high-quality groomed snow surfaces for guests.

Responsibilities include training on equipment, quality control, daily logs, and coordination with shop staff. The role requires ability to work outdoors in cold conditions and to handle heavy loads and equipment safely.