Snow groomer mechanic (M/F)
Occupancy rate: 100%
Start date: to be determined
Please submit your resume and cover letter via email only.
Join the Portes du Soleil Suisse SA adventure!
Join our team, driven by a love of the mountains and a desire to provide unforgettable experiences for our visitors. As a ski lift company, we ensure the smooth operation of the ski area and its facilities on the Swiss side of the Portes du Soleil, from Champéry to Morgins.
With nearly 250 dynamic and dedicated employees, we are proud to contribute to the region’s tourism development. Every year, we take on new and ambitious challenges, and we strive to meet them with enthusiasm and determination.
Your profile:
Education: You hold a CFC in heavy-duty truck mechanics, agricultural vehicle mechanics, or construction equipment mechanics, and you also have a solid understanding of hydraulics, mechanics, and electrical systems. The masterclass covers knowledge of snow grooming equipment.
Skills: You’re comfortable using MS Office tools and have some experience with administrative tasks.
Interests: You love the mountains and working outdoors—environments you know well—and you’re motivated by the changing rhythm of the seasons and their diversity.
Flexibility: You don't mind working on weekends and during winter break. You also appreciate the freedom to take time off when others are working.
Personal Qualities: You are proactive, dynamic, and enjoy working as part of a team with the company's various departments, as well as working independently.
What we offer:
A poste saisonnier de mécanicien sur engins de damage à 100%, in a magnificent setting where Passion and profession go hand in hand. Join us for a unique seasonal work experience, take on stimulating challenges, and enjoy the possibility of a longer-term position.
Your main responsibilities:
Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, replacement of wear parts, etc.)
Conduct regular technical inspections to ensure the safety and proper operation of the machines
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical malfunctions
Repair machinery in the event of a breakdown or accident and replace defective parts
Work with suppliers and subcontractors to source spare parts
Maintain the inventory of replacement parts and manage the tools and equipment needed for service calls
Keep up-to-date logs for equipment and completed jobs
Work closely with the grooming team to understand the challenges encountered in the field
Together with your colleagues, you ensure the availability and performance of our snow groomers. Your work directly contributes to the quality of the slopes, safety, and the satisfaction of our guests in the ski area.
Your Benefits
A supportive work environment that fosters professional and interpersonal skills
A company on a human scale that is committed to the region's development
Free access to all ski lifts in the Portes du Soleil and benefits in Switzerland
Free parking at work
Benefits from numerous partners
Supplementary Insurance
Start date: To be determined by April 30, 2027, with the possibility of extension as needed.
We look forward to receiving your application (resume, transcripts, and cover letter) at the following address: rh@pds-ch.ch
Application deadline: October 31, 2026
*The masculine form has been used throughout the text, but all references apply to all people regardless of gender.
