Terrain Park Groomer Advanced - Winter 25-26

Company Description

 ABOUT ASPEN SKIING COMPANY 

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. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

Please note that all official communications from the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team are sent from email addresses within the notifications@smartrecruiters.com, aspen.com, aspensnowmass.com, aspenhospitality.co, limelighthotels.com & thelittlenell.com domains. 

Job Description

Summary 

The Terrain Park Groomer Advanced will work directly with Terrain Park Managers, Supervisors, and other Terrain Park staff to implement grooming requests and plans as directed by the Park Leads, Park Supervisors or Manager. The Terrain Park Groomer will assist in building on-snow features for skiers and riders of the Terrain Park and will work with outside event groups to complete special projects. This position reports to the Terrain Park Director.

Job Posting Deadline  
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct 1st, 2025 for the 2025- 2026 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions 

• Work with Terrain Parks management and Mountain Operations staff to identify requirements and plans with Snowmaking, Winter Trails, Vehicle Shop and Ski Patrol departments
• Operate Snowcats equipment safely and efficiently
• Understands layout of the Terrain Park, grooming routes and patterns
• Executes building features from start to finish based on plans created in conjunction with management
• Complete all park grooming requests in a timely manner
• Work with Terrain Park management on creating general Terrain Park layout and design
• Communicate any malfunctions or damages to Snowcats with the Vehicle Maintenance Shop and Terrain Parks Manager immediately; ensure that all Snowcats are serviced according to the dates provided by the Vehicle Shop
• Assist in training of Terrain Park Groomers
• Complete Terrain Park Grooming Log Sheet on a daily basis
• Work with Ski Patrol when determining area closures during operating hours
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications 

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Approximately 5 years of grooming experience and two years of park host/crew experience required
• Experience with winch cats required; HPG or Zaugg pipe cutting preferred
• Experience with earth moving, chainsaws and other heavy machinery required
• First Aid certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Knowledge of park design/lay out and event experience preferred 

• Knowledge of safely handling and operating heavy and dangerous machinery 

• Basic understanding and use of Google Sketch Up 

• Comfortable working on mountain terrain including steep grades 

• Knowledge of company policies and procedures 

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively 

• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals 

• Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working   

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 

• Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with others 

• Basic industry terminology  

• Demonstrates expertise in the technical aspect of the job 

Additional Information

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand or be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials a