Job Description
Job Description
Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.
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Seasonal (Seasonal)
Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities.
BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?- Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees*
- Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees*
- Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees* to rest, relax and recharge
- Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.
- Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.
- 401(k) plan with generous company match
- Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
- Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees*
- Free regional bus pass
*Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits!
For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.
POSITION SUMMARY Do you have experience driving a snowcat or heavy equipment? Join our Slope Maintenance team in creating a superior snow surface for our guests. Must have a valid driver's license.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Operating grooming equipment to provide an even skiing terrain surface
- Grooming of the mountain ski slopes with dozer, tiller and tracked equipment
- Exhibit continuous efforts to increase one's own grooming effectiveness and efficiency as well as increase the level of difficulty of terrain at which one is able to perform.
- Provide the best possible product using any grooming equipment on terrain up to an intermediate level of difficulty.
- Continue to familiarize one's self with Steamboat's terrain and all travel routes.
- Basic or better understanding of grooming terrain, techniques, and objectives.
- Some prior knowledge in the use of grooming equipment on terrain of an intermediate level of difficulty.
- Minimal tool use
- Inspection of equipment
- Clean equipment
- Fuel equipment
- Perform repair orders and computer entry
- Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirements
- Other duties, as assigned
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS - Must have at least 2 years of experience driving a snowcat and/or heavy equipment
- Must have mechanical aptitude
- Adhere to all safety policies
- Knowledge of the mountain terrain, preferred
- Interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Service Excellence standards
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - High School Diploma or GED required
The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include many region-specific benefits.
Steamboat Springs area base hourly pay: $22.50 per hour PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Must be minimum 18 years of age
- Must have excellent hand and eye coordination
- Must have good night vision and can operate equipment at night
- Lift approximately 40 lbs. (chain, removing implements)
- Sit for long periods of time as well as climb in and out of snowcats, cabs
- Walk on uneven slick conditions in extreme inclement weather conditions
- Must have a valid driver's license and meet insurability standards
- Will work four 10 hour shifts either a swing shift or the grave (overnight) shift
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.
WORKING CONDITIONS Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.
Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the workplace is usually moderate.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.
This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.
Employment with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.
This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.
Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Summer work, Seasonal work, Immediate start, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,