Terrain Park Pipe Cutter - Winter 25-26

 ABOUT ASPEN SKIING COMPANY 

With roots dating back to 1946, and a division of Aspen One, Aspen Skiing Company owns and operates four mountains—Aspen Mountain, Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk. Aspen Skiing Company takes pride in the coexistence of resort, community, and the environment, which exemplifies its values of living fully, honoring people and place, taking the long view, and pursuing excellence in everything it does. Aspen Skiing Company is where guests from around the world come to renew the mind, body, and spirit through unforgettable experiences at the confluence of nature, culture, and recreation.  

Aspen Skiing Company also owns and operates the award-winning Aspen Snowmass Ski & Snowboard School, Four Mountain Sports rental and retail shops, and a collection of sustainably sourced on-mountain food and beverage outlets. Aspen Snowmass encompasses 5,680 acres of skiable terrain across four mountains, more than 40 ski lifts, and more than 410 trails. For more information, visit www.aspensnowmass.com or follow @aspensnowmass on Instagram, Facebook, and X.  

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Summary 

 The Terrain Park Pipe Cutter is responsible for the precision grooming and maintenance of all terrain park features, with a primary focus on the super pipe. This role plays a key part in shaping and maintaining high-quality pipe conditions, while also supporting the development of the grooming team by training both entry-level and advanced park groomers in pipe-cutting techniques. In addition to constructing the super pipe and mini pipe, the Pipe Cutter collaborates on the build-out of additional park features, ensuring a safe, creative, and world-class riding experience. This position reports to the Terrain Park Director.  

Job Posting Deadline  
Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct 1st, 2025 for the 2025- 2026 Winter Season.

Essential Job Functions 

•  Perform all pre-operational checks on snow cat and operates snow cat in a safe manner, leaving clean passes and cleaning turn marks in all snow conditions
• Is familiar with all patterns used in all parks and completes assigned grooming tasks efficiently and safely to predetermined standards
• Operates Zaugg pipe cutter as well as blade, tiller, winch and forks
• Assists with park builds, rail and feature set ups, cuts pipe to competition standards daily
• Works with event team and contractors for high-profile venue builds
• Assists snowmakers with moving snow guns
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications 

• High school degree or equivalent preferred
• 18 years of age or older
• Minimum of 3 seasons of advanced terrain park grooming and/or winch cat experience preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Successful completion of ASC snowmobile licensing training preferred
• Successful completion of ASC chainsaw certification required
• First Aid certification required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Knowledge of park design/lay out and event experience preferred 

• Knowledge of safely handling and operating heavy and dangerous machinery 

• Basic understanding and use of Google Sketch Up 

• Comfortable working on mountain terrain including steep grades 

• Knowledge of company policies and procedures 
• Fluent in English

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively 

• Ability to work in collaboration with others to achieve team goals 

• Follows all safety policies and procedures and exercises caution when working   

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 

• Ability to be a team player, working collaboratively with others 

• Basic industry terminology  

• Demonstrates expertise in the technical aspect of the job 

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to reach, crouch, kneel, stand or be on your feet, kneel and bend for extended periods of time
• Regularly work in adverse conditions and required to use protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials as well as an office environment and may be required to walk on slippery and uneven surfaces
• Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50 lbs. individually or with assistance

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700.         

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company's benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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