YC - Winter Maintenance Operator

Yellowstone Club is paradise in Montana.  A private residential community in Big Sky, Montana, Yellowstone Club offers its Members the world’s only private ski and golf community.  With fabulous skiing and snowboarding and the most gorgeous spring and summer weather to enjoy the 18-hole golf course, rivers, hiking, biking, and more, our Members love being a part of this exceptional community.  Our employees make the Yellowstone Club experience come alive.  If you would love being a part of the Montana charm and providing the highest level of guest service, ensuring no detail is too small to overlook, and being a part of creating experiences, then Yellowstone Club is looking for you.

Yellowstone Club’s Golf Course Maintenance department is currently seeking candidates for a Winter Maintenance Operator for the upcoming Winter season! Our Winter employment months are November through April.

Purpose: The Winter Maintenance Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient execution of snow removal, terrain grooming, and ice rink maintenance. The role involves operating and performing minor maintenance on heavy equipment, ensuring that all managed roads, trails, parking areas, and ice surfaces are safe and functional for guests and residents. Operators must monitor weather conditions and be prepared to respond promptly to weather events, which may require working early mornings, late nights, or during holidays.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate a variety of equipment, including snowplows, spreaders, snow blowers, and ice resurfacing machines (e.g., Zamboni), to clear and maintain winter surfaces.
• Perform routine snow removal on designated roads, driveways, parking lots, sidewalks, and walkways to ensure safe passage.
• Apply de-icing agents like salt, sand, or brine to treat surfaces and prevent ice buildup.
• Groom snowshoe and cross-country trails using snowmobiles with specialized attachments (e.g., tillers, blades) to maintain high-quality snow conditions.
• Maintain ice rinks by resurfacing, edging, cleaning, and repairing the ice surface to specified standards.
• Perform minor emergency repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety procedures and protocols, including the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work collaboratively with other team members to meet deadlines and respond to emergency situations.

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 being performed by people assigned to this classification.   All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.  

Experience/Education Required

• Experience operating heavy equipment: Proven experience with heavy machinery such as snowplows, front-end loaders, snowcats, and ice resurfacers is strongly preferred. On-the-job training may be provided.
• Physical stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods, such as shoveling, lifting up to 50 lbs., and working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Adaptability: Must be able to work flexible hours, including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and adapt to changing weather conditions and work schedules.
• Communication skills: Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Certificates & Licenses

• Valid driver's license: A clean driving record is required; some positions may require a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Reasoning Ability

• Mechanical aptitude: Basic knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance, including the ability to perform pre-trip inspections and light repair work.

• Strong attention to detail: Ability to maintain a high level of concentration and precision while operating machinery.

Work Environment 

• Outdoor Conditions: Work is performed primarily outdoors in all types of winter weather, including snow, wind, and extremely cold temperatures, which may drop as low as -30°F.
• Variable Hours: The work schedule is variable and dependent on weather events, requiring availability for on-call shifts, early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Team-Oriented Culture: The operator works as part of a close-knit team where communication, reliability, and support for fellow team members are critical for safety and success. Operators must be capable of working both independently and collaboratively to achieve operational goals.

Physical Demands

The position requires standing, walking, bending, and kneeling on uneven, icy, or snowy terrain. Employees must be prepared for extended periods of machine operation and some physical labor, including lifting heavy objects.

Receipt and Acknowledgment

I acknowledge and understand that: 

• The job description provides a general summary of the position in which I am employed.   The contents of this job description are job requirements, and at this time, I know of no limitations which would prevent me from performing these functions with or without accommodation. I further understand that it is my responsibility to inform my supervisor if at any time I am unable to perform these functions. 
• Job duties, tasks, work hours and work requirements may be changed at any time due to business demands, by the Club. 
• Acceptable job performance includes completion of the job responsibilities as well as compliance with the policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of Yellowstone Club.

I have read and understand this job description as outlined herein.  I have been allowed to ask questions in order to clarify any points listed on this job description.

The position offered is a seasonal position located in Big Sky, Montana. 

Yellowstone Club offers great benefits including:

• Free transportation to and from Bozeman 
• Complimentary shift meals 
• Two employee ski days at the Yellowstone Club each month 
• Discounted Ski Pass to either Big Sky Resort or Bridger Bowl 
• Health Benefits for all Seasonal Employees
• 401k eligibility and bi-weekly match
• Access to onsite fitness center 24/7
• Discounted Employee Housing in Big Sky or Bozeman 
• Discounts to over 1000 retailers through ADP LifeMart
• End of season employee appreciation day and retail sale 

For more information about the Club, visit www.yellowstoneclub.com.

To apply, please visit www.yellowstoneclub.com and click on "YC Careers" at the bottom of the homepage. 

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