Snowcat Operator

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Snowcat Operator to join our team at Mt. Bachelor. As a Snowcat Operator, you will be responsible for operating Prinoth and PistenBully snowcats at night in variable weather and snow conditions to create a safe and consistent riding surface.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate snowcats to cut bumps, flatten and level runs to compact snow for consistent riding surface
• Use blade and tiller to open up any run, mountain wide, in any condition
• Check any run for completion, safety and quality, and make necessary repairs
• Maintain all roads and get backs, including building the summit climbing road
• Establish and maintain lift loading and unloading areas
• Work on Dozing projects for padding and/or grading
• Able to tow disabled grooming cats to shop
• Clean snow from machine and keep interior of machine clean
• Complete logs and communicate with mechanics
• Check tracks and all components of machine, and monitor service hours
• Build/install hoses, and attach and remove implements from snow cat
• Understand shop procedures, and report equipment issues clearly and correctly
• Inform leads and supervisors of changes or problems
• Maintenance of lift loading and unloading areas
• Monitor weather conditions to make safety calls for Patrol and Lift Maintenance
• Ability to move around mountain with minimal direction
• Follow all safety procedures

Requirements

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying weather conditions
• Physical stamina to operate heavy equipment and work in a physically demanding environment

About Mt. Bachelor

Mt. Bachelor is a world-class ski resort located in Bend, Oregon. We are committed to creating a quality work environment that makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.