Job Description

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. 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.  

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 •    Performs other duties as assigned  

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  

Additional Information

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED: Supervision Given: This position has no supervisory responsibilities Supervision Received: Works under direct supervision of the Terrain Park Director. Tasks are assigned according to specific procedures, and work is checked frequently. Instruction, advice and assistance are readily available. WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand, bend or be on your feet for extended periods of time   Regularly work in wet, cold, hot conditions requiring the use of protective apparel/equipment to prevent exposure to the elements and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces  Must be able to frequently lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance (weight limits can vary according to position, but no more than 50)   

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.     

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Aspen Skiing Company / ASPENX / The Little Nell / Limelight Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.  

For an overview of Aspen Skiing Company's benefits and other compensation visit aspensnowmass.com/jobs/benefits

As of March 11th 2022, Aspen Skiing Company, ASPENX, The Little Nell, and The Limelight Hotels will no longer require all active employees to be fully vaccinated in the workplace. Read more about our policies as it relates to employee safety here