MB - Snowcat Operator

SUMMARY

There’s a side of Big Sky, Montana that speaks to those seeking something special. A vast 8,000-acre landscape where stunning natural beauty and an endless array of alpine adventures blend to create a private club and mountain living experience like no other. 

Whether it’s winter or summer, Moonlight Basin is something you won’t soon forget. The mountain scenery, the direct access to some of the finest skiing at Big Sky Resort, the hiking, the golf and so much more all add up to the perfect place to work and enjoy Montana. 

Moonlight Basin is located right in the middle of the best things to see and do in Montana. You can visit Yellowstone National Park. Explore the national forest and wilderness lands. Come down to the town of Big Sky and shop, eat, and catch some music. Bozeman is a short drive to another gateway to adventure.

THE OPPORTUNITY 

The Snowcat Operator – Nordic & Access Trails is responsible for the safe and effective operation of snowcats, snowmobiles, and related grooming equipment to prepare and maintain high-quality Nordic ski trails. In addition to grooming Nordic ski trails, this position is also responsible for grooming home access ski trails and individual home ski access backup routes as assigned. Grooming may be performed using a snowcat and/or a snowmobile with grooming implements during low snow conditions or when terrain access is limited.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate snowcats and snowmobiles equipped with grooming implements to groom Nordic ski trails.
• Groom and maintain home access ski trails and individual home ski access backup routes.
• Adjust grooming techniques based on snow depth, terrain, and weather conditions.
• Inspect trails for hazards before, during, and after grooming.
• Perform basic equipment checks, complete log books, fuel equipment, and report maintenance issues.
• Communicate trail conditions to supervisors.
• Follow all safety and operational procedures.

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Integrity & Honesty
• Efficient 
• Time Management
• Work both in a team environment and independently

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience operating snowmobiles, snowcats, and/or heavy equipment is preferred.
• Comfortable responding to guest and homeowner needs.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Driver’s license preferred but not required.

 Working Conditions

Work hours typically occur overnight or early morning. Conditions are typical of those found at a Nordic ski area and residential access trail system, including cold temperatures, snow, wind, darkness, and variable terrain. Must be able to perform physical tasks at elevations between 6,500-8,000 feet. 

When indoors moderate temperatures and noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Physical Requirements

The position is physically demanding. The incumbent is required to operate equipment for extended periods of time, work in cold environments, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks with few breaks.

• Interact with others requiring employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information.
• Stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch and do repetitive tasks with few breaks.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification.  It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

 Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Team members need to request reasonable accommodation from their manager and/or human resources.

BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT: 

• End-of-season if you complete the season.
• Employee Appreciation Bonus
• Complimentary meal per shift 
• End-of-season employee celebration
• Retail store discount 
• Employee housing in Big Sky 
• Free transportation to Moonlight from employee housing and Bozeman daily. 

Disclaimer:  

This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of this position and should not serve as an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all the possible duties, tasks and responsibilities for this specific job.  The responsibilities, tasks, and duties of this position might differ from those outlined above and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

 We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

Moonlight 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.