Location: Nederland, Colorado

Eldora is the backyard winter mountain playground for Greater Denver, Boulder County, and Colorado's northern Front Range. Eldora is located just outside of the charming mountain town of Nederland, Colorado, about 20 miles west of Boulder and less than 50 miles from downtown Denver.

Eldora strives to deliver Colorado’s Front Range the most memorable outdoor adventures to locals and out-of-town visitors.   Eldora Mountain Resort employs up to 700 employees at peak season and has 680 acres of lift-accessible terrain for skiing and snowboarding, including a Woodward Mountain Park experience, and a world class Nordic Center.

We are seeking skilled and dependable On-Call Night Shift Snow Removal Operators to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating heavy machinery to efficiently clear snow from roads and parking lots to ensure optimal conditions for our guests. As an on-call position, flexibility and readiness to work during adverse weather conditions are essential. This position will report to our Snowplow Supervisor who will determine and communicate on call shifts based on weather and clean up needs.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Operate various heavy equipment, such as front loaders, skid steer, and plow trucks to remove snow from key areas of the resort, including roads and parking lots.   

Be available on scheduled days to come in and remove snow from the base area as needed. 

Learn the proper plowing patterns and snow push areas of the roads and parking lots. 

Be willing to track snowfall reports and adjust to them accordingly.  

Maintain equipment as needed to ensure optimal performance and reports issues or repairs to Snowplow supervisor.  

Coordinate with other staff including supervisors and managers to prioritize snow removal tasks and respond to urgent requests.  

Work independently for extended periods of time.  

Perform daily equipment inspections to address any mechanical issues promptly.  

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Other Duties as Assigned: 

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Eldora, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.  

Functions as an ambassador of Eldora Mountain, modeling and sharing the Eldora “culture” with our guests and employees. Upholds the most professional image.  Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff. 

(If on the Leadership team,) All Leadership team members are expected to participate in the company’s Front Line Assist program to assist in operations as needed, as well as to participate in Leadership events such as meetings, required trainings, and participating in employee dinners/events. 

(If Seasonal position) This position is a seasonal position and may have fluctuations in hours worked based upon overall business volumes. 

Personal Attributes: 

Is honest and has the highest integrity. 

Is able to handle and manage confidential information. 

Professional appearance.  Adheres to all grooming guidelines. 

Follows established policies and procedures. 

Is supportive of Core Values 

Sets the example for others and is above reproach. 

Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules. 

Is organized in tasks.  Sees projects through to the finish.  Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues. 

Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment. 

Is flexible with hours and days of work. 

Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week. 

Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to have good balance in life. 

Must be 21 years of age 

Basic Requirements: 

Heavy machinery experience required. 

Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs. 

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after the position is accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act. 

Must have a valid US Driver’s License 

This position may require the use of a motor vehicle, and the employee is subject to comply with the Driver’s Standards of Copper Mountain  

High School degree or equivalent 

Bending, reaching, climbing 

Pushing/Pulling 

Prolonged standing 

Confined sitting 

Eye/hand coordination 

Visual concentration on equipment 

Concentrated reading and writing 

Rapid reaction to physical changes (operating equipment) 

Peripheral, color, and depth vision 

Extended periods of outdoor exposure  

Extreme cold 

Extreme heat and sun exposure 

Variation in temperature from hot to cold 

Compensation & Benefits: 

Compensation: 

Hourly position: 

Proposed hiring rate of $23, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.    

Benefits: 

On-Call:   

This is a seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employees. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, etc.) also available.   

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. 

POWDR-Eldora Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Eldora Mountain Resort in Boulder County, Colorado. 20 miles west of Boulder, CO. We are situated in the heart of Colorado's front range playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. All employees must align with the Play Forever program which implements our core values through support and execution Powdr’s corporate responsibility commitment to protect the environment and support our community in Eldora’s everyday operations. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.