Heavy Equipment Operator - Pipe Crew - Summer Seasonal - Full Time - Housing Available

Company: Steamboat Ski Resort
Location: Vail
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.
Seasonal (Seasonal)Who We Are: Steamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. - -is known as the friendliest mountain destination in the world, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our employee satisfaction scores top the charts and we have employees who choose to work for the resort for 2, 5, 10, 20 plus years. Fair warning, starting a job at Steamboat could lead to endless fun, lifelong friendships, and a rooted sense of community.Who We're Looking For: Friendly folks who want to work at the best ski resort, play in Champagne Powder and meet friends from around the world. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment and our communities. If you like to provide incredible guest service with a friendly attitude, you're ready to join our team. If your dream job includes skiing and riding, interacting with guests, rewarding work, free concerts, fireworks, employee parties and more-we'd love to hear from you! -Perks & Benefits: Steamboat offers many exciting perks and benefits including a Steamboat ski pass for you and eligible dependents, competitive compensation, free bus passes to surrounding areas, retail/rental discounts, food & beverage discounts, industry pro deal discounts, friends & family discounted tickets subject to restrictions, reservations and/or blackout dates. Steamboat also offers access to employee housing (based on availability and employment status), a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, Employee Assistance Program, Accrued Sick Pay and a chance to learn and advance within Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Steamboat employees are also eligible for discounted tuition with partner online universities for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education.Snowmaking pipe crew is looking for experienced Heavy Equipment Operators to join the team. If you have been operating Heavy Equipment for two years or more and would like to be a part of the team that helps cover our mountain with that Champagne Powder then here is your chance to apply. The ideal candidate must have experience running excavators and loaders in steep terrain.Physical Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to work outdoors on uneven often rugged terrain and in inclement weather
• Must be able to lift and/or carry equipment and materials weighing 50 or more pounds
• Ability to operate company vehicles/ATVs - Must be able to pass company driving standards
• Must have ability to sit and concentrate for long periods of time, be aware of surroundings, able to assess the conditions in the physical proximity of the machine while understanding the implications thereinMinimum skills, experience, education and ability required for this job:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Previous Ductile pipe laying experience preferred
  • Must have experience running excavators and loaders in steep terrain
  • Must be able to adhere to company safety policies and maintain a safe environment for both guests and employees at all times
  • Strong work ethic and ability to handle strenuous work 40 hours a week
  • Must be a team player.
  • Must be able to handle multi-tasking and bring these tasks to completion quickly and accurately.
  • Ability to interact and maintain positive relationships with guests, co-workers and management consistent with Steamboat Ski & Resort Corp. Service Excellence standardsDetailed job description, including responsibilities, work performed, tools or equipment used, etc.:
    • The primary purpose of this job is to install new snowmaking pipe on the mountain while following guidelines and best practices
    • Clean, fuel, maintain, and conduct routine inspection of excavation equipment
    • This job will involve the use of shovels, rakes, demo saws, and other common power and non-power tools related to pipe installation and equipment maintenance
    • Must be able to meet or exceed departmental key expectations
    • Compliance with all company policies and procedures as well as any regulatory requirementsMiscellaneous information:
      • This is an hourly non-exempt position and is subject to overtime pay
      • This position is required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
      • All Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation employees are required to follow adapting COVID policies and guidelines. -The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.Steamboat area base hourly pay range: $21.50 - $25.00 per hourSteamboat Ski & Resort Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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