Posted 4 months ago
Grooming Operator - Winter 2026/27
@ Sun Peaks Resort LLP
Sun Peaks, British Columbia
Overview
Sun Peaks Resort LLP is hiring a Grooming Operator for the 2026/27 winter season to operate snow cats and prepare ski runs and trails for guests. The work is outdoor, involves night shifts, odd hours and overtime as needed, and pays from $21.45 per hour, rising with experience and education. A $1 per hour season completion incentive is available, subject to conditions.
Pay:
From $21.45 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate snow cats to groom assigned ski runs and trails
- Complete daily pre-start checks and equipment care
- Follow mountain safety and environmental spill procedures
- Participate in crew briefings and report operational issues
- Assist with track maintenance and snowmaking
Requirements summary:
- Valid driver's licence and clean driver's abstract
- Previous grooming experience is a significant asset
- Experience operating earth-moving, farming or turf equipment is an asset
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather for extended periods
- Comfortable with night shifts, odd hours and overtime
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, overnight |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 77 lb · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Employee discount |
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Sun Peaks Resort LLP
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Work, live, and play at Canada's second largest destination resort!
Full company description
Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking trails, ride over 84 km of Bike Park trails with 595m of lift-accessed vertical, and golf at Canada’s highest elevation 18-hole course. Our Values Here Together - People are at the heart of what we do. We collaborate to create outcomes that benefit all. Whoever you are and wherever you come from, this is a special place where you belong. United by Passion - Our passion and knowledge sets us apart as we create unforgettable experiences for our guests. We want everyone who comes here to return home with memories that last a lifetime. Committed to Care - Whether you're a guest or a team member, wellness is a way of life. Our commitment to safety and well-being means everyone gets to make the most of their time here. Being Better – Creating an enriching environment where guests can try new activities and have unique experiences. For our team members, providing opportunities to learn, grow and find a balance between meaningful work and play. Doing What’s Right – To embrace our environmental stewardship and sustainability in our daily practices to ensure we pass along this privilege for generations to come. Why Join Us? Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a positive impact on our guests and our workplace every single day. This is why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and deliver our values. Our commitment to our people has earned us Great Place to Work® Certification for 2025, and we couldn’t be prouder of this recognition that is a result of direct employee feedback.
- LinkedIn followers
- 10,436
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 249
- Reported office locations
- 1280 Alpine Rd, Sun Peaks, British Columbia V0E5N0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Sun Peaks Resort
- Specialties
- skiing
- snowboarding
- mountain biking
- hiking
- golfing
- nordic skiing
- snowshoeing
- winter
- summer
- Dog Sled Tours
- Skating
- Snowmobile
- Snowbiking
- tube park
- family
- destination resort
- dining
- shopping
- and lifestyle
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Sun Peaks Resort is a premier four-season destination located in the stunning interior of British Columbia. As Canada’s second-largest destination resort, we’re home to 4,400 acres of skiable terrain, 144 trails, and 895m vertical drop, and a 10-acre terrain park, offering endless opportunities for winter adventure. When the snow melts, the mountain transforms into a summer playground. Guests can explore 22 hiking…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Recreational Facilities |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Sun Peaks, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Self-Owned |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | skiingsnowboardingmountain bikinghikinggolfingnordic skiingsnowshoeingwintersummerDog Sled Tours |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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Are you passionate about snow and dedicated to creating exceptional on-mountain experiences? Join our dynamic grooming team at Sun Peaks Resort! As a Snow Groomer, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our ski runs and trails are perfectly prepared for guests each day. This is an opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding outdoor environment, contributing to the success of one of Canada's premier ski resorts.
Compensation Information: Starting at $21.45 per hour (moves up based on experience and education)
Physical Requirement: Heavy; work activities involve handling loads up to 35 kg; predominantly in an outdoor setting.
This job position requires physical presence at the designated location.
The perks and benefits you’ll get to enjoy:
- Winter/Summer Season Lift, Trail and Golf passes (varies by position)
- Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Dining discounts within our hotel & Resort-owned outlets
- Retail discounts in our Resort-owned outlets
- Friends and family rates at the Sun Peaks Grand Hotel
- Reciprocal programs with partnering ski areas & hotels
This role is eligible for an incentive for successful applicants to receive $1 per hour worked based on completion of a full winter season contract. Conditions apply to this incentive and will be shared during the interview and onboarding.
Skills you bring with you:
- Experience:
- Previous grooming experience is a significant asset (Levels 1-5, depending on number of seasons)
- Some experience operating earth-moving, farming, or turf maintenance equipment.
- One season of snowmaking experience at Sun Peaks is an asset.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality work.
- Excellent night vision.
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions for extended periods.
- Self-motivated, responsible, open-minded, and eager to learn.
- A good listener, capable of following instructions closely and precisely.
- Able to thrive in a strong team environment and work collaboratively.
- Comfortable working night shifts, odd hours, and overtime as needed.
- Licensing: Valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Snow Surface Preparation: Operate snow cats to groom assigned ski runs and trails, primarily green to moderate blue runs and access roads, ensuring optimal conditions for skiers and riders.
- Operational Adherence: Consistently follow all mountain safety, operating, and maintenance procedures and policies, including Sun Peaks Resort Standard Operating Guidelines for equipment pre-start checks, operation, fueling, and shutdown.
- Equipment Care: Conduct daily pre-start checklists, maintain cleanliness of equipment, and complete required documentation accurately and neatly.
- Team Collaboration: Actively participate in daily crew briefings, pay close attention to instructions, and communicate any operational issues or problems to your supervisor immediately.
- Environmental Responsibility: Identify and contain fuel and oil leaks promptly, adhering to the company's Environmental Management System (EMS) policies and Spill Response Plan.
- Training & Development: Participate in fleet grooming alongside an experienced operator for a minimum duration during your first season and continue as required. Undertake Nordic grooming shifts if capable and called upon.
- Support Duties: Perform tasks beyond snow cat operation, such as track maintenance and general equipment upkeep.
- Cross-Functional Support: Assist with snowmaking duties when required.
Why join us?
We are Canada’s second-largest ski area and a passionate team committed to providing the finest mountain resort experience to our guests.
Our people are at the heart of what we do, making a difference to our guests and our workplace every single day. That’s why we invest in the employee experience; to ensure everyone can be at their best and live our values.
No matter who you are, or your career journey to date, once you join the team at Sun Peaks, you’ll get to feel part of our special community right away. You and your wellbeing matter to us; you’ll have plenty of opportunities to grow and learn, as well as enjoy everything our beautiful mountain resort has to offer. In return, we expect you to be passionate about working together to create special memories for our guests, while taking care of our precious environment for others to enjoy into the future.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
We acknowledge that we live, work, and play on the traditional territory of the Secwépemc People.
Apply Now (copy & paste the link into a new browser): https://sunpeaks.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/71685121-ea44-1877-cd79-308077086dfb/apply?source=3758976-CS-58771
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