Groomer

Snow Groomer – Schuss Mountain About Shanty Creek Resorts Shanty Creek Resorts is committed to providing our guests with a unique “Up North” experience. Our friendly, caring staff welcomes guests with exceptional service and old-fashioned hospitality. We believe honest, long-lasting relationships with our guests, employees, neighbors, and the surrounding environment allow us to grow our business.

About the Role

As a Snow Groomer at Schuss Mountain , you will play an important role in creating safe, consistent, and enjoyable skiing and snowboarding conditions for our guests. Your primary responsibility will be to operate snow-grooming equipment to maintain ski trails, slopes, and other designated mountain areas. This position requires strong attention to safety, terrain conditions, equipment operation, and changing weather conditions.

You will work closely with Mountain Operations, Ski Patrol, Snowmaking, and Maintenance to help ensure trails are properly prepared and ready for daily resort operations. Your work directly contributes to the quality of the guest experience and the overall presentation of Schuss Mountain.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver’s license. Ability to safely operate large equipment or machinery. Ability to work independently and remain attentive during extended shifts. Ability to work outdoors and in changing winter weather conditions. Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and early morning hours as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience operating snow-grooming equipment, heavy equipment, agricultural machinery, or similar equipment. Previous experience in ski resort or mountain operations. Knowledge of ski trail preparation and snow-surface conditions. Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to identify equipment concerns. Experience working in winter or low-visibility conditions.

Responsibilities

Safely operate snow-grooming equipment to maintain ski trails, slopes, and designated mountain areas. Groom, smooth, and prepare snow surfaces to meet resort operating and safety standards. Monitor snow conditions and adjust grooming techniques based on terrain, weather, and operational needs. Follow designated grooming routes, schedules, and Mountain Operations instructions.

Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of grooming equipment. Monitor equipment condition and promptly report mechanical or safety concerns. Maintain accurate communication with supervisors and other Mountain Operations personnel. Coordinate with Snowmaking, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations, and other departments as needed.

Identify and report trail hazards, damaged signage, equipment concerns, or unsafe conditions. Operate grooming equipment safely around snowmaking equipment, lift infrastructure, buildings, and other mountain features. Maintain awareness of employees, equipment, vehicles, and other activity on the mountain while grooming.

Follow all Shanty Creek Resorts safety policies and established equipment operating procedures. Maintain the cleanliness and general condition of assigned grooming equipment. Assist with snow removal or other Mountain Operations duties when needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills and Competencies Equipment Operation Demonstrates the ability to safely and effectively operate grooming machines and other assigned equipment.

Safety Awareness Maintains constant awareness of terrain, weather, equipment, personnel, and changing mountain conditions. Attention to Detail Recognizes variations in snow conditions and terrain and adjusts grooming practices to help provide a consistent surface. Communication Communicates clearly with supervisors, Ski Patrol, Snowmaking, Lift Operations, Maintenance, and other Mountain Operations employees.

Problem Solving Ability to recognize operational or equipment concerns, take appropriate action, and notify the proper personnel when additional assistance is needed. Independent Work Ability to remain focused and productive while working independently, including during overnight or early-morning shifts. Teamwork Works cooperatively with other Mountain Operations departments to support safe and efficient resort operations.

Working Conditions Work is primarily performed outdoors in winter conditions, including snow, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and limited visibility. Position may require working overnight, early morning, weekend, and holiday shifts. Requires extended periods of sitting while operating grooming equipment. May require climbing into and out of large equipment, bending, reaching, lifting, and performing routine equipment checks.

Employees must be comfortable working on steep or uneven terrain and in changing weather conditions. Work may be performed independently in remote areas of the mountain. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.