Powder Mountain is hiring: Heavy Equipment Operator in Eden
Powder Mountain, Eden, UT, US
Job Description
Powder Mountain is a year-round resort and real estate development project nestled throughout 10,000 acres in the Wasatch Mountains of Northern Utah. Recently acquired by Reed Hastings, Co-Founder of Netflix, Powder is committed to staying uncrowded and independent—and we’re revolutionizing the ski industry along the way. Join our mission to spark wonder by creating a unique place that fuses mountain recreation, art, and meaningful connection.
We’re looking for Big-Hearted Champions Who Pick Up the Trash. If you’re a passionate, 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 - Passion, Caring & Warm, Joyful, Generous
Champions - Team - Not Family, Intolerant of Mediocrity, Tenacious, Seeks Feedback
Who Picks Up the Trash - Does What is Best for Powder and Our Guests, Resourceful, Selfless
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:
- Powder Mountain Season Pass
- Powder Mountain Season Pass for Spouse & Dependents - For Qualifying Employees
- Buddy Passes
- 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 and partner discounts.
- Powder Mountain on-snow uniform for specific roles.
- Free On-site Gourmet Employee Lunches
On-Snow School Specific Perks:
- Arc’teryx Powder Mountain Uniform and base layer provided.
Role: Heavy Equipment Operator
Status: Seasonal Full Time, Hourly
Reporting To: Manager of Snow Removal
Shift: 10pm - 6am
Expectations:
- To 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
- To 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
Job Requirements:
- 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
Physical Requirements
- Reach, push, pull, lift, and carry objects that may be heavy (50+lbs)
- Prolonged periods of sitting, bending, and twisting
- Ability to work long shift in the nighttime.
- Vision requirements – close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception
Uniform Requirement: Weather appropriate