Park Grooming Operator Job Parkdale Oregon USA,Business

Location: Parkdale

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Find your line d Meadows, where we turn passion into purpose by delivering unforgettable experiences in one of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning mountain settings. We believe in creating moments that matter — for our guests, for each other, and for the community. Apply today and join a team that fully embodies the mountain lifestyle.

Position Overview

As a Park Grooming Operator d Meadows, you’ll play a key role in building and maintaining our terrain parks; from beginner-friendly learning zones to advanced freestyle terrain. You’ll operate specialized grooming equipment to shape jumps, landings, transitions, berms, and other features, using your knowledge of snow conditions and terrain park design to create high-quality, functional terrain.

Working closely with Park Grooming leadership, Park Crew, Ski Patrol, and other mountain departments, you’ll help coordinate park builds, maintenance, closures, and opening procedures. This is a hands-on position where attention to detail, strong communication, and a commitment to safety are essential. You’ll work both independently and as part of a team while operating in challenging alpine conditions and around heavy machinery.

We’re looking for an experienced operator who takes pride in the finished product and understands what it takes to build and maintain quality freestyle terrain. If you bring strong grooming experience, mechanical aptitude, sound judgment, and a passion for terrain park operations, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work on the mountain and help create the experience our guests come to Meadows for.

This is a full-time, seasonal position

Qualifications and

Experience:

Be at least 19 years of age
Have a valid driver’s license
Minimum 3 years of Park Grooming Experience
Basic knowledge of terrain park design and construction
Have excellent verbal communication skills
Have a reliable plan to get to work during winter conditions
Available to work weekends and holidays during the ski and snowboard season
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be comfortable with the changing dynamics of a seasonal business

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Strong mechanical aptitude
Be able to work on a full-time basis
Possess basic computer skills (MS Office)
Previous Slope Grooming Experience
Previous Winch Cat Operation Experience
Previous halfpipe construction and maintenance experience
In depth knowledge of Meadows terrain park layout and construction

Compensation:

Starting Wage: $22.63 - $32.60 Hourly
Year-Round Housing Rentals. Subject to Availability
Ski/Snowboard Season Pass for employee and qualifying dependents
Don't Ski/Snowboard? Gift your lift access to a family member
Free Ski/Snowboard Group Lessons & Discounts on Rental Gear
Buddy Tickets (3 discounted tickets to share)
Mountain Exchange Program (Ability to request free lift access to regional resorts)
Industry Pro Deals (Expert Voice, Outdoor Prolink, Helly Hansen, & More!)
Special invites to Columbia Employee Store, Adidas, and other industry retailers
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Transportation from Hood River & Sandy
Summer Seasonal Job Connections with Local Businesses

MHM is dedicated to fostering a consistent and enduring effort to create a welcoming and respectful environment for our team, guests, and community. Our hiring and recruitment efforts are designed to be equitable and accessible, and we actively seek ways to broaden participation in Snow sports for groups who have historically faced barriers.

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