Snowcat Operator - Winter 26-27

About the role

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation. Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails.

Responsibilities

• Groom terrain for skiing and riding
• Responsible for consistent grooming, creating clean lines on the slopes and effectively cleaning up pattern discrepancies that result in crooked lines and/or turn marks
• Maintain grooming standards including at night on uneven terrain and in adverse weather conditions
• Perform general maintenance of the snowcats and inform mechanics of any issues
• Must pass ASC and Colorado snowmobile test (as required)
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Experience operating heavy equipment including on uneven terrain and at night preferred
• Valid, current, unrestricted driver’s license required
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to communicate, follow oral and written directions in English
  • Ability to ski or ride at an intermediate level preferred
  • Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals
  • Ability to remain focused, organized, flexible, and detail-oriented

Job Benefits

• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• Employee Ski Pass
• Other company perks

Additional Information

• Work environment and physical demands
• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to frequency lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran).