Slope Groomer - Previous Experience - Winter 2025-26 Job at Deer Valley Resort i

Overview

Seasonal (Seasonal). Classic, consistent quality from a winning team! Deer Valley Resort is nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, in Park City, a diverse mountain town. Our staff includes locals, seasonal workers from all 50 states and international students. We are a diverse workforce where everyone feels welcome, appreciated, and valued. No matter if you are 14 or 84 years old, there is a place for you in the Deer Valley family. Last year over 1,100 staff members celebrated their fifth season or more at Deer Valley.

Benefits

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match

Purpose of Position

To provide a smooth skiing surface and consistent snow density and distribution in order to enhance the guests\' enjoyment and maximize their safety.

Responsibilities

• Competently and conscientiously perform the required vehicle and equipment inspections and servicing, recording results accurately and completely
• Safe operation of equipment
• Demonstrate a complete familiarity with Deer Valley\'s terrain and grooming routes
• Consistently provide above average or better results using any of Deer Valley\'s grooming equipment on all Deer Valley terrain
• Successfully execute assignments effectively and efficiently without direct supervision
• Provide effective guidance to other operators when designated to lead a group assignment
• Successfully execute specialized assignments: i.e., maze and ramp work, special plow jobs, skier access, winch operations, etc.
• Quickly and accurately identify problems with projects or equipment and be able to offer appropriate solutions or alternatives
• Effectively participate in project related decision making and be supportive of the ultimate solutions
• Possess the ability to coordinate one\'s grooming techniques with those of others during group projects
• Assist in the training and development of other operators
• Exhibit a continuous effort to increase one\'s grooming effectiveness and efficiency
• Assist mechanics or coworkers with minor repairs and equipment changes
• Maintain the cleanliness of equipment and facilities
• Exhibit professional conduct and proper radio etiquette

Requirements

• Advanced grooming skills in the use of all Deer Valley grooming equipment on all terrain
• A good operational and mechanical knowledge of all Deer Valley grooming equipment
• Complete familiarity with Deer Valley\'s terrain
• An advanced understanding of grooming objectives and techniques
• Good concentration
• Receptive and responsive to instructions
• Safety conscious
• Ability to work well with others
• Communication skills and dependability
• Must be willing to work swing and graveyard shift
• Must provide basic tool kit
• Must have reliable transportation for extreme conditions
• Must have a phone to maintain communication

Dates of Employment

• 11/10/2025 - 04/24/2026

Pay Rate

• Wage varies depending on experience

Deer Valley Resort is an Equal Opportunity Employer.