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.