Snowcat Operator Level 3

Location: Frisco, Colorado

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Snowcat Operator Level 3

Job Status: Year Round 11 Months

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $24.50 to $27.40+, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience. 

• Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.    

Job Summary:

Provide daily grooming of ski trails and terrain features on mountain. Provide support for other mountain departments and special events. Operate and assist in light maintenance of all department vehicles and equipment. Assist with department training and recordkeeping. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Overtime may be required 

• Advanced knowledge and/or proficient ability in operation of department vehicles and implements: 

• Snow cat and implements 

• Winch cat 

• Hauling vehicles 

• Renovator Operation 

• Terrain shaping implements 

• Accountable for providing the highest quality of grooming possible on mountain trails and terrain features as directed. Able to groom or lead on any trail with any implement, in any snow condition including: 

• Lift dozing 

• Snowmaking dozing 

• Major slope repair 

• Tubing hill construction and maintenance 

• Lift and maze dozing projects 

• Race course prep 

• Packing priorities 

• Provide clear and positive communication and assistance with the Vehicle Maintenance Department for in-field troubleshooting, light repair and general maintenance of all department vehicles, implements and tools. 

• Possess a strong knowledge of Copper Mountain trail system including: 

• Recommended hauling routes and roads 

• Building and lift locations 

• Ski trail names, numbers and characteristics 

• Egress and access routes 

• Landing zones 

• Back country access 

• Sleigh routes 

• Avalanche hazard areas 

• Provide on the job training for Level I and Level II crew members. 

• Provide input and support for new training ideas and updated grooming practices within the department. 

• Perform accurate daily recordkeeping for all department personnel, grooming, lift dozing logs, machine write-ups and logs.  

• Perform assigned duties as required to support other mountain departments. 

• Strong knowledge of Snowmaking operations. 

• Assist in set-up and clean-up of special events as requested. 

• Able to work rotating shifts at night in adverse weather conditions. 

• Apply Snow Science Theories. 

• Accountable for safety and good housekeeping in work areas 

• Maintain a good attitude and good attendance during scheduled work time.

Other Duties as Assigned: 

• This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.  

• Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.  Upholds the most professional image.  Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff. 

• This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes. 

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Number of employees supervi