Experienced Snow Cat Operator - Terrain Park

Vail Resorts • Champion, PA • 2d ago

Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until December 15th or until the positions are filled (whichever is first).

Employee Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Excellent training and professional development Referral Program

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary (https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits/?locale=en_US)

Job Summary:

Will prepare and maintain snow surfaces that is safe and functional for skiers and snowboarders during all snow and weather conditions. An operator will also fulfill the hauling, dozing, and grooming needs of other mountain departments. Assist the terrain park manager with all Terrain Park projects and grooming activities in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assists with all special projects including and not limited to park design, special events and park builds.

Job Specifications:

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $22.48/hr

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

Shift Type: Full Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities:

Ability to perform advanced skills such as operating, dozing and grading in confined areas or on steep or exposed terrain.

Assist manager in park design and building

Monitor Terrain Parks to assure appropriate maintenance of the Terrain Parks

Understand the use, operation, and maintenance of heavy equipment used for snow/slope grooming

Operate snow/slope grooming equipment, such as a snowcat, to maintain the appearance and quality of resort snow trails and ski slopes to the highest level possible.

Maintain a general knowledge of the mountain and adhere to safety regulations

Perform basic routine inspections and preventative maintenance, on equipment to minimize downtime

Communicate advanced mechanical problems or maintenance needs with shop mechanics

Communicate effectively with coworkers and other departments to provide direction, support and maintain good working relationships

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Valid driver's license with no restrictions

Must be able to communicate fluently in English

Ability to work in small groups as well as independently

Able to sit for extended periods of time while operating the snowcat as well as climb on and off frequently

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $22.48/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID 511297

Reference Date: 09/04/2025

Job Code Function: Grooming

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