Heavy Equipment Operator

Description:

Powder is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 12,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. We are striving to be the premier place of being and doing, a destination that fuses outdoor recreation with a cultural and hospitality program that connects visitors with a deeper sense of self and purpose. Our core values come to life in a unique and natural setting of unparalleled beauty.

We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions who are passionate about outdoor recreation, art, and meaningful connection. Together, we're crafting a one-of-a-kind, multi-season destination that seamlessly blends outdoor art, exhilarating recreation, and exceptional hospitality. If you’re an enthusiastic, caring team player who strives for excellence—and always tries to do the right thing, even when no one is watching—you’ll fit right in at Powder.

We Are:

Big-hearted: passionate, warm, joyful, and generous.

Champions: tenacious, intolerant of mediocrity, and constantly seeking feedback.

These values make us who we are and help drive us to fulfill our purpose: to spark wonder!

Our Commitment to Equality:

Together we are one team, not an "us vs. them" mentality. We are focused on being a progressive employer with pay equity, inclusion, while building diverse teams.

Appearance Guidelines:

Well-groomed facial hair, tasteful visible tattoos, and minimal facial piercings are acceptable.

Perks of Joining Our Big-Hearted Champions:

• 401K Plan and company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Seasonal Ski & Summer Passes for self, self & dependents + Buddy Vouchers
• UTA Ski Bus Pass and Employee Shuttle Service
• Powder Mountain Retail/Rental Discount and On-Mountain F&B Discounts
• Powder Mountain Snowsports School Discounted Lessons
• Access to Expertvoice.com, Outdoorly.com Outdoor Prolink and partner discounts.
• Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
• Free On-site Gourmet Employee meals

Requirements:

Job Title: Heavy Equipment Operator
Department: Heavy Equipment Operations

Status: Seasonal (FT & PT)

Reporting To: Heavy Equipment Operations Manager
Shifts: Swing, Graveyard

Position Overview:

The role of Heavy Equipment Operator is to operate heavy machinery on a regular basis for the purpose of snow/dirt removal on roads, parking lots, around buildings and all other areas as required for Powder Mountain to operate in a safe and productive manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate heavy equipment loader, road grader, snow blower, sand salt plow truck, snow cat, snowmobiles and other machinery in accordance with Powder Mountain’s safety standards
• Maintain and keep equipment clean and ready for operation
• Keep detailed work logs
• Clear parking lots, public areas, and Powder Mountain roads of snow and debris.
• Mitigate snow damage or snow slides
• Aid in removal of distressed vehicles
• Ability to work long shifts and back-to-back shift during a snow cycle
• Will be working at 9,000ft in inclement weather
• Ability to work at night
• Ability to be on-call, work nights, weekends, and holidays

Requirements and/or Qualifications:

• Preferred 2+ years heavy equipment operator experience
• Basic understanding of all Pre and Post shift equipment checks
• If necessary, work hours other than scheduled pertaining to weather conditions
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, including extreme cold, snow, wind and rain, on varied snow surfaces
• Overall understanding of Powder Mountains policies and procedures
• Good work ethic polite to co-workers and follows directions when being asked to undergo a task
• Must be dependable and have excellent communication skills
• Reliable transportation, preferably 4x4 vehicle
• Anticipate and avoid hazards
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory Driving Record

Physical Requirements- Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to:

• Reach, push, pull, lift, and carry objects that may be heavy (50+lbs)
• Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, and twisting
• Ability to work long shifts through the night.
• Vision requirements – close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception

Working Environment:

The work environment is subject to frequently entering and exiting vehicles, subject to conditions of weather in a mountain environment at all times of the year. Exposure to moderate to loud volume.