Snowcat Operator

At Arapahoe Basin, we're seeking a skilled Snowcat Operator to join our team. As a Snowcat Operator, you'll be responsible for maintaining the highest level of quality in our trail system. Your expertise in operating heavy equipment, such as snowcats and winch cats, will be essential in ensuring our slopes are always in top condition.

Key Responsibilities:

• Nightly grooming and maintenance of ski trails and slopes as directed by Leads/Manager
• Learn and stay up to date on A-Basin's grooming methods and trail network
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Check the grooming list for nightly areas of concern
• Responsible for startup and shut down of equipment daily
• Perform preoperational checks for leaks, wear, and other potential damage to vehicles
• Refuel and deice snowcat at the end of the shift
• Monitor gauges of machines and fill out maintenance log books nightly
• Report adverse conditions or problems as appropriate to the supervisor and/or mechanics
• Assist mechanics or coworkers with minor repairs of equipment
• Effectively communicate with other employees and departments in person and via radio
• Assist with food and beverage bin deliveries and trash hauling
• Follows all department sustainability and safety guidelines.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, snowcats, and winch cats
• Knowledge of Arapahoe Basin trail systems preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to withstand high-altitude conditions at all times
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, squat, crawl, push, pull, throw throughout a 10-hour shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to ski safely on intermediate and expert terrain
• Ability to hike steep and uneven terrain

Work Environment:

• This position will work outdoors in a high-alpine environment in all types of weather conditions. This role may work outdoors without shelter for up to 10 hours. Additionally, it will consistently operate or work around noisy machinery. Riding a chairlift is required for this role.