Snowcat Operator (Winter)

Performs all winter machine grooming in a safe, effective, and consistent manner. To produce a very high standard groomed surface for our guests and visitors to enjoy. Essential Functions: • Perform light maintenance of vehicles, tools and implements. • Perform food and trash runs, propane delivery, general hauling and racecourse construction as needed. • Accountable for skills required and staying abreast of new developments in safe, proper operation of grooming vehicles and equipment. • Perform grooming in a reasonable, well-directed manner on a nightly basis, following an established plan organized by management. • Perform and be accountable for safe slope grooming at night, sometimes in adverse weather conditions on rough, uneven, and steep terrain while operating a $250,000 piece of equipment. • Perform inspections of Snowcat daily and report unusual sights or sounds when they arise to management. Experience/Requirements: Formal Education: • Highschool, able to read, write, understand, and speak English. • Valid B.C. Driver’s license Job Experience: • Heavy equipment or Grooming operator a definite asset. • Shift experience is helpful. • Previous snowmaking experience at Panorama Mountain Resort. Special Skills/Equipment: • Above average mechanical aptitude preferred. • Knowledge as to the operation and function of hydraulic system an asset. • Able to work unsupervised for long periods of time. Physical Requirements: • Must be in good physical shape. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs. • Must be able to work through the night.