Groomer / Snowcat Operator - Winter Seasonal (110128) - Full-time / Part-time

Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts.You're someone who pushes boundaries and challenges the status quo. You're brave, ambitious and passionate in everything you do. And we want you on our team. Pursue your fullest potential and never settle in the quest to deliver extraordinary guest service. Re-imagine a mountain resort experience with us. Welcome to Vail Resorts. Reach Your Peak.

Groomers are responsible for making sure we provide the best possible skiing surfaces for our guests. Often working late, overnight hours, our groomers will operate one of our grooming machines to flatten and smooth ski runs and terrain parks. Groomers get a chance to see the mountain in a way very few people do.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Prepare and maintain a skiing surface for skiers of all levels
• Fulfill all hauling needs and dozing needs of the other departments
• Report any equipment damage to lead driver
• Operates all the Snowcats with precision
• Understands and follows all safety guidelines

Qualifications:

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record - required for all levels
• Willing to work 10+ hour shifts as needed - required for all levels
• Willing to work early morning, late evening and overnight shifts - required for all levels
• Willing to work holiday and weekends as required - required for all levels
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in an alpine, winter environment - required for all levels
• Team player - required for all levels
• Basic understanding of your resort’s trail system - required for Entry
• Experience with operating a Snowcat and winch kat grooming - required for Advanced & Intermediate
• Understand grooming patterns and methods including team grooming techniques - required for Advanced & Intermediate
• Knowledge of the Ski Resort - required for Advanced and Intermediate
• Ability to detect noticeable problems with equipment - required for all levels
• Understand Safety guidelines - required for all levels

What’s in it for you?

• Free EPIC Pass to all of our resorts; Beaver Creek, Vail, Keystone, Breckenridge, Park City, Northstar, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Mt. Brighton and Afton Alps
• Discounted tickets to Arapahoe Basin
• Discounted lodging at our Rock Resort Properties starting at $85/night
• 50% off Colorado Mountain Express transportation
• Food and beverage discounts at mountain dining locations
• Health club discounts (vary by state and county)
• Retail discounts at Vail Resorts Retail stores
• 10-25% off at our Starbucks locations
• Unique events! Including concerts, employee meals, employee activities, pro competitions!

Kirkwood is for those that embrace the big mountain lifestyle and are as passionate about skiing and riding as they are about creating amazing experiences for our guests. Magical, raw, expansive and remote…Kirkwood is the stuff of legend. We’re famous for legendary snowfall, challenging inbounds terrain, backcountry guided tours and premier avalanche education programs. Those that come here come for an adventure unique to Kirkwood! Join our close-knit team working at one of the most stunning alpine resorts in the country. www.vailresortscareers.com

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 110128