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Job Details

Job Location: Willamette Pass - Crescent Lake Jct, OR, Position Type: Seasonal, Salary Range: Undisclosed

Willamette Pass Resort has an opportunity for an experienced groomer who enjoys creating impeccably groomed slopes and trails. If snow is your passion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain ski slopes and trails assiduously to ensure a safe, smooth, and enjoyable skiing experience for all guests.
• Operate and handle heavy machinery, including but not limited to snowcats and snowmobiles, for the purpose of slope preparation and maintenance.
• Assist with resort events, such as races or other gatherings, ensuring courses are properly prepared, safe, and meet the specific requirements of each event.
• Perform regular checks and basic maintenance on grooming equipment to ensure their functionality and longevity, addressing any minor issues or malfunctions promptly.
• Exhibit resilience to work in varying weather conditions, often harsh, and during late-night hours.
• Assist in snow removal in parking lots and driveways as necessary.
• Actively participate in regular safety briefings and training, staying updated with the latest best practices to mitigate any potential hazards.
• Collaborate proactively with other team members to improve the overall guest experience, including communicating with management teams about current conditions to ensure a unified response to changing circumstances.

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform in inclement weather conditions and terrain for sustained periods.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, primarily swing or night shift, any days of the week.
• At least three years of ski resort grooming experience is preferred, but not required.
• A valid, current, unrestricted driver’s license is required.