Seasonal Trail Groomer

Ready to dive into epic outdoor adventures and make a positive impact on the environment? Look no further than the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) - the oldest conservation, education, and recreation organization in the USA! Our passion for the outdoors knows no bounds, and we want YOU to be a part of it. As an employee, you'll unlock access to exciting programs, policies, and procedures that empower you to make a real difference. Join the AMC team now and embark on the journey of a lifetime!

Among other duties, the Trail Groomer is responsible for maintaining ski trails, light equipment maintenance, and maintaining access points. To achieve the desired winter grooming results, the Trail Groomer works closely with the Construction Crew team and Lodging Management team to determine daily duties to best care for and maintain AMCs extensive cross-country ski trails.

What youll be doing at AMC

- Work safely by following all AMC protocols for winter safety and equipment operation.

- Work in a cooperative manner with the Grooming team, the Construction Crew team, and AMCs Lodge Management and Staff.

- Embrace and embody AMCs Six Core Values of bringing Joy to the workplace, being Welcoming , Collaborative , Bold , Resilient , and working with Integrity .

- Maintain and perform pre-season maintenance on winter ski trails and signage.

- Safely and effectively operate various types of snow grooming equipment i.e., snowmobiles, snow grooming drags, Nordic style groomers, tractors, Pistenbully.

- Safely work independently in remote areas after dark grooming ski trails.

- Perform equipment maintenance as needed, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

- Provide friendly and attentive professional guest services.

- Provide safe transportation of guests, luggage and cargo to and from facilities, via company vehicle, as necessary.

- Provides periodic backup support to facility, trails and education staff as requested by the Grooming Manager.

- Implement energy conservation and environmentally sound practices in daily operations.

- Provide information to visitors and guests about the AMC, local natural and cultural history, risk management, outdoor recreation opportunities and AMC land management practices.

- Reporting daily to Grooming Manager for daily/weekly work schedule

Qualifications

What is AMC looking for

- Ability to safely operate a snowmobile.

- Ability to safely operate and maintain a variety of power equipment and work for extended periods of time outdoors in all types of weather conditions alone.

- Exceptional customer service skills and outgoing friendly attitude.

- Ability to complete a diverse variety of work tasks and non-conventional work schedules.

- Valid drivers license or the ability to obtain.

- Strong computer literacy skills

- Success in performing a wide range assigned tasks.

- Must be a team player, detail oriented, well organized, highly flexible, adaptable, and resourceful while also working alone at times.

- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds at the Lodges and in the backcountry. Ability to travel safely in the backcountry in all weather conditions.

What AMC Can Offer You

Salary range: $18.00- $20.00/hr

We are committed to fair compensation practices, and we encourage qualified candidates to apply. The initial salary represents our starting point, and our compensation philosophy is designed to reward and recognize the contributions of our employees as they grow within the organization. External candidates typically begin their journey with us at the starting point of the salary range. The final compensation offer will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills and geographic differential relevant to the position, and will be discussed during the interview process.

Benefits

- Room & Board: Dorm-style room for $75 week – meals included, too!

- Insurance: Available with positions that are 6 months or longer and when working greater than 30 hours per week

- Retirement: Voluntary 403(b) Contribution

- Paid Time Off: earn up to 10 days of paid earned time depending on length of service

- Other Team Member Perks:

30% discount on AMC Merchandise

- Free Annual AMC Membership

- 4 Free nights at AMC locations

- Prodeals discounts on equipment & gear and more!

To Apply:

Please include a resume and letter of interest. No phone calls or agencies please.

AMCs commitment to working at the intersection of people and the outdoors extends to our hiring process. Every application is reviewed by real people and our team does not use AI to screen candidates or replace human judgment.

As we review your resume and setup interviews, our goal is to get to know you as an individual. While AI may be a helpful preparation tool, it is important to know that our priority is to understand your unique voice, experience, and perspective. If your application includes a writing prompt, please be prepared to discuss your reasoning and approach.

AMC encourages all interested candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. If you have a passion for the outdoors and believe your skills and experiences align with this role, we welcome your application.

The Appalachian Mountain Club has zero tolerance for child abuse or placing children in danger. The AMC requires all employees who work in a program or facility that serves children, disabled persons, or the elderly to have a criminal background record check performed on their name annually with employment contingent upon satisfactory results.