mountain states snowcatsWinter Park, CO
Heavy Equipment Operator [Can read and work from construction plans]
$58,500 per year
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Heavy Equipment Operator [Can read and work from construction plans]
mountain states snowcatsWinter Park, CO
yesterday
$58,500 per year
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsExcavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface MiningConstruction Laborers
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionHighway, Street, and Bridge ConstructionSite Preparation Contractors
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Heavy Equipment Operators are the core of everything we do. You'll operate our fleet of excavators, dozers, loaders, and snowcats on active civil construction and snow removal projects — working alongside a skilled crew in one of Colorado's most dynamic mountain environments. This is a full-time, year-round position with real stability and a clear path forward.
Responsibilities:
Operate excavators, dozers, loaders, snowcats, and other heavy equipment with precision and efficiency
Execute civil construction tasks: site preparation, grading, excavation, backfill, and material placement
Operate snow removal equipment on commercial properties and job sites in all winter conditions
Inspect equipment before and after every shift — fluids, tracks, hydraulics, attachments, safety systems
Perform minor field maintenance; communicate mechanical issues to the field mechanic promptly
Maintain accurate equipment logs and daily timecard entries
Collaborate with crew leads, laborers, and site managers to keep projects on schedule
Qualifications:
[Required] Must be able to find grade and read construction plans
Minimum 1 year hands-on experience operating excavators, bulldozers, loaders, or equivalent machinery
Demonstrated ability to operate safely in varied terrain and weather conditions including snow and extreme cold
Valid driver's license and clean driving record required; CDL a plus
Working knowledge of equipment safety protocols and basic maintenance procedures
Reliable, punctual, and a strong collaborator — our crews depend on each other
Comfortable working at elevation and in mountain weather environments year-round
High school diploma or equivalent required
Compensation & Benefits:
$30.00 – $45.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include employer-sponsored health insurance, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, up to $2,500 relocation assistance, company-paid Winter Park Resort ski season pass, and employee referral program. Company vehicle for Lead Operators. Significant overtime opportunity.
Schedule:
40 hours/week minimum. Overtime may be required during active construction and snow removal seasons. Weekend and after-hours shifts possible based on project and weather demands.
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Description:
Founded in 2001 and now led by Jeremy Straley and Mark Wallace, Mountain States Snowcats is a year-round heavy civil and snow management company with deep roots in Grand County and proven capacity across the Mountain West.
Company Description:
Founded in 2001 and now led by Jeremy Straley and Mark Wallace, Mountain States Snowcats is a year-round heavy civil and snow management company with deep roots in Grand County and proven capacity across the Mountain West.
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Mid
Salary
$58,500 per year
Location
Winter Park, CO
Occupation
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Industry
Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Posted
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