Snow Cat Operator

Posted 9 days ago

vail resortsDillon (CO)

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers Skiing Facilities

SENIORITY

Junior

SALARY

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

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About the role

Snow Cat Operator 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 lessonsMORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles 401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Referral Program

Job Summary: As a Snowcat Operator, you will groom and prepare the snow surface for the skiing guest. Learn to operate some of the coolest equipment in the ski industry! Seeking self-motivated, coordinated, and meticulous people to save their days for skiing, and use their nights to return the trails to a perfectly groomed state. Job Specifications

Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hrEmployment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

Shift Type: Full Time hours available

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age

Housing Availability: YesJob Responsibilities Safe operation of grooming equipment Prepare and groom ski area trails and surfaces Work collaboratively with others. Minimize downtime through preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of machines. Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Valid driver's license with no restrictions
Experience working with and operating heavy machinery
Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to communicate fluently in English
Climb in and out of the machine safely

The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors. 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.

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