Nordic Trail Steward - Winter 2026/27

Location:Bend, Oregon

Are you interested in delivering memorable experiences, enhancing people's lives and having fun while doing it? This shared mission of POWDR and Mt. Bachelor creates a fun and inspiring culture that we live every day. We look for employees who are passionate about sharing mountain culture, have a positive attitude, are problem solvers and care about winning as a team. Our vision drives us to deliver exceptional experiences and it's our employees who become the true moment makers here at Mt. Bachelor.

This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees toWork Where You Play!

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free transportation to & from Bend, Sunriver, and La Pine
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Winter season employee housing program & Summer season camping program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Discounted daycare onsite at Mt. Bachelor
• Local & national discounts (YETI, Burton, Dell, Subaru, Nokian, Sunriver Golf, Mammut, & more)
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts
  

*** Full-Time & Part-Time positions available ***

Position Summary 

Operate snowmobile and light grooming equipment during the day in variable weather and snow conditions. Set andmaintain snowshoe trails as needed. Create a safe and consistent snow surface product on the ski and snowshoe trails. Monitor trail signage and perform trailside maintenancewhenwarranted.Assist with ticket checking at theAccess Gate and on the trails. Work and communicate with Nordic Center Manager, Grooming Manager, andSnowcatOperator to ensure scheduled time is productive and efficient. Effectively communicate grooming status and updates with staff and guestsutilizing knowledge andproficiencyof Nordic skiing and understanding of snow science.Assist with trail preparation and maintenance for Nordic Centerraces andevents. 

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities

• Use snowmobile drag and track setting equipment to groom and compact snow for consistent snow surface product during and after storms, during events, and asrequired for daily Nordic ski operations. 

• Use snowshoes toset andmaintain snowshoe trails after storms and as needed.  

• Clean andmaintainBob’s Bungalow and picnic areas. 

• Monitor weather conditions andadvise grooming status for Nordic Manager.  

• Checksnowmobile daily foroptimal operational efficiency. Monitor service hours and notify when service is needed. 

• Complete snowmobile training andoperate the snowmobilein accordance with Mt Bachelor’s guidelines and safety standards. 

• Complete safety training anddemonstrateproficiency inuse ofchainsaw and hand tools. 

• Cut trees, limbs, and brush that endanger or impede skier traffic on trails. 

• Understand shop procedures. Report equipment issues clearly and correctly.  

• Inform Nordic Manager or Grooming Manager of changes or problems. 

• Follow all safetyprotocols. 

Secondary Function

• Assist with Nordic Center events, including preparation and maintenance of trails andlodge. Mayalsoincludeworking the Nordic Events in rolesincluding crowd control, ticket checking, course monitor, aid station management, tour guide, activity instructor, etc. 

• Perform pass enforcement duties at the gate, at all trail access points, and on the trails. 

Job Scope

Operation of grooming equipment and hand tools during daytime operations tomaintain Nordic Ski Trails and Snowshoe Trails for the public safely and proficiently, without causing safety issues and/or damage to yourself, co-workers,guests or the equipment beingoperated or worked around. 

Interpersonal Contacts

Daily contact with Nordic and Mountain Operations departments such as but not limited to Patrol,Vehicle Maintenance,Snow Removal, Building Maintenance, Public Safety, and Lodge Services. 

Specific Job Skills

• License/Certifications:Current and Valid Driver’s License. 

• Technical:Experience with snowmobiles, extensiveknowledge andproficiencyinclassic and skateNordic skiing. 

• Physical Capabilities:Ability to adapt to a changing environment at any given moment.Working for extended periods in harsh winter weather. Frequent shoveling, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Snowshoeing through deep and heavy snow conditions. Snowmobiling during winter storms, deep and drifting snow, low light, and on frozen and icy surfaces. 

• Physical Demands:In addition to the physical capabilities outlined above, every position at Mt. Bachelor requires the ability to shovel snow and walk on steep and uneven surfaces. 

• Additional:Experience in front-line guest service/ effective communication skills 

Education / Related Experience

• Minimum education required:Read and Write Clearly. 

• Minimum time in related position:Experiencestronglypreferred but notrequired.

Current Hiring Rate: $16.50/hr

Minimum Age Requirement: 18+

Come Work Where You Play!

Please be aware incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed. Mt. Bachelor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mt. Bachelor is committed to creating a quality work environment which makes full use of the talents and contributions of all employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, sex, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, disability or military status.