Job Description
Reach Your Peak at Vail Resorts. As a community of adventurers and discoverers, Vail Resorts delivers an Experience of a Lifetime to our guests and our employees. You’re brave, ambitious and passionate and we want you on our team. Whether you’re looking for seasonal work or the career of a lifetime, join us today to reach your peak.The perks start with a free lift pass, but as a Vail Resorts Australia employee, that’s just the beginning. Think free group lessons with our qualified snowsports instructors, discounts of up to 40% at our food, rental and retail outlets, employee recognition programs, staff events, training, wellness programs and more!Perisher, the largest snow resort operation in the Southern Hemisphere, boasts the most reliable snow cover across 1245 hectares in Australia. Our terrain is meticulously serviced by Print, utilizing a comprehensive fleet of park, winch, and general grooming machines. Featuring 5 terrain parks, 2 skier/boarder cross tracks, and over 130 groomed runs, Perisher is actively seeking staff across all skill levels, from newcomers to experienced park and winch machine operators.
In a typical night in this role, you might:
- Meticulously groom and maintain ski runs to ensure optimal surface conditions for guests.
- Assist in the construction and upkeep of Terrain Parks.
- Employ techniques to enhance snow quality and increase its longevity.
- Work in challenging weather conditions, primarily during nighttime hours.
To be considered for this role, you should have:
- Previous heavy vehicle equipment experience. Previous experience operating snow grooming equipment is preferred.
- A strong commitment to safety protocols.
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions, such as varying snow and weather patterns.
- Effective communication skills and collaboration within a team setting.
As part of our team, you will be expected to:
- Demonstrate our core Values – Have Fun, Be Inclusive, Be Safe, Do Good, Serve Others, Drive Value and Do Right
- Provide an experience that creates a desire for our guests to return
- Be punctual, reliable and show up for work with an enthusiastic attitude and embrace all parts of your job
- Develop and maintain excellent relationships with fellow workmates, showing respect to your peers and supervisors