Terrain Park Pipe Cutter - Winter 26-27

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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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 15th, 2026 for the 2026- 2027 Winter Season.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

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 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

Benefits

Paid Time Off Programs; Paid Leave Programs; Employee Ski Pass; Other company perks