Nordic Groomer

Description

Join the Team: Winter Nordic Groomer

Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area — Boise National Forest, ID | Seasonal (Mid-October through Mid-May)

The Winter Nordic Groomer is responsible for the safe execution of grooming and other trail maintenance on the Nordic Trails at Bogus Basin.

Why Bogus Basin?

Where Mountain Life Meets City Living: Enjoy the rare opportunity to work at a four-season mountain recreation area while living in Boise—one of the fastest-growing, most livable cities in the U.S. With a vibrant downtown, walkable neighborhoods, and a thriving arts and food scene, Boise offers urban amenities with small-town charm, just 16 miles from the slopes.

Mission-Driven, Community-Focused: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, Bogus Basin is dedicated to providing accessible, affordable outdoor recreation, education, and community programming year-round. Every dollar earned is reinvested into the mountain and its people; not shareholders. Our values of kindness, respect, professionalism, and fun shape a workplace where everyone is welcome.

Unbeatable Access to the Outdoors: Located in the Boise National Forest, Bogus Basin offers year-round activities. Employees enjoy the perks of mountain life with none of the resort town isolation.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Winter Nordic Groomer, you will ensure that the Nordic trails are safe, well-maintained, and groomed for optimal conditions. You will operate grooming equipment, maintain machinery, communicate trail conditions to staff, and support trail operations for the safety and enjoyment of all guests.

A Day in the Life

Start your day by inspecting equipment and reviewing grooming priorities. Throughout the shift, you’ll operate snowcats and snowmobiles to groom trails, maintain and report on equipment, communicate trail conditions, and assist with mountain operations. By day’s end, you’ll leave knowing you helped provide high-quality Nordic trails for all visitors.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Groom Nordic Trails with an emphasis on quality and safety.
• Maintain equipment and communicate equipment conditions to appropriate staff.
• Report conditions daily to Nordic Center staff, update conditions board, and provide details about trails.
• Work with mechanics for repairs and maintenance issues.
• Follow procedures recommended for operating equipment and service schedules.
• Promote safety by following safe practices and reporting any unsafe conditions.

Non-Essential Functions of the Job

• Maintain a professional attitude toward guests and staff.
• Assist in mountain rescue efforts, if necessary.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

What You Bring to Bogus Basin

• Passionate about Bogus Basin’s mission.
• Heavy equipment operation experience; snowcat and snowmobile grooming experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and a variety of hours to groom for the best product possible.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 35 pounds above shoulder level.
• Frequently required to stand, balance, walk, climb, and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Must provide sufficient clothing for warmth in winter conditions, gloves in good repair, and pac boots in good repair.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor environment; majority of time spent outdoors.
• Outdoor environment; exposed to inclement weather and adverse conditions.
• May be exposed to smoke, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Vibration and noise are present in the work environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive seasonal pay.
• Supportive, inclusive, mission-driven workplace.
• Opportunities to enjoy mountain recreation and perks during employment.

Be Part of Something Bigger

At Bogus Basin, you will help ensure safe, well-maintained Nordic trails, support our mission, and contribute to a professional and welcoming environment. If you're ready to bring your technical skills, attention to detail, and passion for grooming to a place where community meets the mountain, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bogus Basin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Application assistance available upon request.