Full Time Seasonal Groomer at Marquette Mountain Resort LLC

Marquette, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Grooming Equipment Operation, Machinery Maintenance, Snow Removal, Safety Awareness, Physical Stamina, Teamwork, Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Time Management, Learning Agility, Weather Resilience, Equipment Inspection, Manual Labor

Industry

Recreational Facilities

Description

Description About Us: Discover the allure of the Northwoods at Marquette Mountain Resort. Immerse yourself in our passion for providing an exceptional experience, where every detail is carefully considered. Our resort offers year-round adventure and stunning natural beauty across all four seasons. Whether you seek the thrill of the slopes or the tranquility of the trails, you'll be captivated by the spectacular views of Lake Superior. After a day of exploration, unwind and create cherished memories by the fire with your loved ones. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Marquette, Michigan, our resort is your gateway to an unforgettable getaway. Our values of Honoring Commitments, Creating Positive Experiences, Fostering Lifelong Learning, Exhibiting Pioneering Spirit, and Demonstrating Good Stewardship permeates every aspect of our company. Join us in growing all aspects of our business while embodying these values. This is a seasonal position Oct 17, 2025 - April 14, 2026. Status: Full Time Job Purpose: The Groomer is responsible for operating a grooming machine to prepare the ski area snow for skiing and snowboarding. The Groomer also performs grooming machinery inspections and maintains the groomer in working order. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provide excellent customer service to customers, employees and business partners. Operate tracked grooming equipment on ski trails to create the best skiing surface possible for the conditions. Perform inspection of equipment before and after operation of grooming machinery. Assist with grooming machinery maintenance including checking fluid levels, condition of machinery and other areas in order to maintain grooming machinery in a safe and proper working order. Document and report the condition of grooming machinery to the manager. Operate grooming machinery and perform job duties and responsibilities in extreme weather conditions during the late evening and early morning hours of the day. Assist with snow removal including shoveling and clearing snow from walkways, paths, equipment and other areas as necessary. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position. An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Able to lift up to 50lbs (raking, shoveling & lifting large metal objects) Able to work outdoors in adverse winter weather conditions for up to10 hours/day Must be able to read, write, speak, comprehend and understand English fluently Must be able to direct guests and look out for safety concerns Must have a good work ethic Demonstrates strong willingness to learn and develop Must have a valid drivers license Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays Must be able to lift up to70lbs Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent Experience and/or Training: No experience necessary Licenses/Certificates: N/A Technology/Equipment: Skis, Shovels, Rakes Physical and mental demands: 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. Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and occasionally required to taste or smell Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Equipment Used: Grooming equipment Skis Shovels Rakes Working Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Harsh outside weather conditions. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. Noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to outdoor weather conditions and vibration Benefits (depended on status and hours worked) Insurance: Medical - PPO and HDHP options Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Accident & Critical Illness Insurance Group Term Life Insurance (company paid) Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid) Paid Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Volunteer Time-Off Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Bereavement/Funeral Compensation: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Other: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness incentives Company paid and provided uniforms Training: In-House, Instructor-Led, and Online Marquette Mountain is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Responsibilities

The Groomer operates grooming machinery to prepare ski trails for optimal skiing and snowboarding conditions. They also perform inspections and maintenance on the grooming equipment to ensure safety and functionality.