Terrain Park Groomer at POWDR

, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operating Specialized Grooming Equipment, Terrain Park Building, Shaping Features, Snowcat Operation, Safety Standards Adherence, Feature Design Collaboration, Snow Condition Adaptation, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Communication Skills, Two-Way Radio Use, Snowcat Upkeep, Event Setup and Cleanup

Industry

Recreational Facilities

Description

Location: Nederland, Colorado Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver. Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors. Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center. This role comes with amazing perks & benefits because we want our employees to Work Where You Play! Free employee season pass and discounted dependent(s) season pass Free and discounted friends & family day passes Free RTD EcoPass Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more) 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & Colorado Ski Country resorts 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts (out of state & out of country) Position Summary: The Terrain Park Groomer is responsible for building, shaping, and maintaining terrain park features to ensure they are safe, consistent, and enjoyable for riders of all skill levels. This role involves operating specialized grooming equipment, collaborating with the terrain park team on feature design and layout, and adapting to changing snow and weather conditions. Groomers work to deliver a high-quality park experience that meets safety standards and enhances guest satisfaction. Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities: Assist with all grooming maintenance of terrain parks, half pipes, terrain-based teaching areas and ski slopes. Participate in the building and construction of all terrain park features and other related projects. Assist with the set-up and clean-up of special events as requested. Work directly with the Terrain Park Manager as a team to accomplish daily goals. Perform assigned duties as required to support other mountain operation departments. Work outside of a snowcat in inclement or severe weather conditions. Responsible for the cleanliness, and upkeep of snowcats. Adheres to all company safety policies and procedures, actively contributing to a safe working environment for self, coworkers, and guests. All employees are expected to support Eldora’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment by participating in our Sustainable Transportation Program. This includes choosing alternative transportation, carpooling, using the employee shuttle, and avoiding onsite parking on weekends and peak days. These actions help reduce Scope 3 emissions, lead by example, and ensure adequate parking for our guests. Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required by resort operations. Specific Job Skills: High school degree or equivalent. Valid Driver’s License with the ability to pass a MVR check to company standards. Minimum age: 21 years. 2+ years' experience operating snowcats (preferably in a Terrain Park setting) Must be able to problem solve and quickly adapt to changes. Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with all types of personnel. Able to use 2-way radios. Other Duties as Assigned: This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of Eldora, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others. This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes. Physical Demands: Bending, reaching, climbing, pushing, pulling & prolonged standing. Eye/hand coordination & visual concentration on equipment. Concentrated reading and writing. Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. Variation in temperature from hot to cold. Ability to work long hours including overnight shifts and weekend/holidays. Must be able to work outside in cold temperatures and adverse weather conditions. Schedule: Non-Peak Days (M-F): 7:00am-5:30pm Peak Days (Sa/Sun/Holidays): 7:00am-5:30pm This schedule represents an average work week and is subject to change based on guest volume, operational needs, and weather conditions. Compensation & Benefits: Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $20+ actual pay will be adjusted based on experience. Benefits: This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available. Additionally, this position accumulates sick time. POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled. POWDR is an adventure lifestyle company that inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places. POWDR’s awesome places include Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon; Snowbird in Utah; and SilverStar Mountain Resort in British Columbia, Canada. POWDR is an adventure lifestyle company that inspires every human being with cool experiences in awesome places. Within POWDR’s portfolio are six mountain resorts including Copper Mountain and Eldora Mountain Resort in Colorado; Boreal Mountain Resort and Soda Springs in the Lake Tahoe region of California; Mt. Bachelor in Oregon, and Snowbird in Utah. Included in the POWDR portfolio, is Stovepipe Wells located in Death Valley National Park and Zion Lodge located in Zion National Park, operated under a long-term concessions contract with the National Park Service. Its Woodward brand empowers and inspires the next generation of action sports enthusiasts through summer camps, mountain experiences, and mountain centers, incorporating dynamic programming and innovative environments at Woodward Park City in Utah, Woodward PA in Pennsylvania, Woodward Copper in Colorado, Woodward Tahoe in California. POWDR is headquartered in Park City, UT. For more information, please visit our website.

Responsibilities

The Terrain Park Groomer is responsible for building, shaping, and maintaining terrain park features, including half pipes and teaching areas, to ensure safety and enjoyment for all skill levels. This involves operating specialized grooming equipment and collaborating with the team to meet daily goals while adhering to safety policies.