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Snow Cat Operator

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$20 - 23 hourly

Job Description - Snow Cat Operator


 


Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!


 


Come work and play in the mountains!  Whether it’s your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.


 


With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.


 


Job Benefits



  • Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons 

  • MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles

  • RSP Options (after 12 months or 2000 cumulative hours of service)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Excellent training and professional development

  • Referral Program


 


Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:



  • Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)

  • Free ski passes for dependents

  • Critical Illness and Accident plans


 




Job Summary: 




As a Snowcat Operator, you will groom and prepare the snow surface for the skiing guest. Learn to operate some of the coolest equipment in the ski industry! Seeking self-motivated, coordinated, and meticulous people to save their days for skiing, and use their nights to return the trails to a perfectly groomed state. 




  




Job Specifications:  






  • Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr  








  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027  








  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available 








  • Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  








  • Housing Availability: Yes 






  




Job Responsibilities:






  • Safe operation of grooming equipment 








  • Prepare and groom ski area trails and surfaces 








  • Work collaboratively with others. 








  • Minimize downtime through preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of machines. 








  • Other duties as assigned 






  




Job Requirements:






  • Valid driver's license with no restrictions 










  • Experience working with and operating heavy machinery 








  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time 








  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English 








  • Climb in and out of the machine safely 






 


In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 


 


We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.


 


Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.


 


Requisition ID 516592

Reference Date: 08/11/2026

Job Code Function: Grooming
  


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