Dino Ineichen has been working as a snowcat driver for over 10 years. Together with his colleagues, he ensures that the slopes on Titlis are perfectly groomed every day.

Ever since he was a child, Dino has been fascinated by these big machines. He spent a lot of time on the slopes in Engelberg, dreaming of one day becoming a snowcat driver himself. Through a friend, he got the opportunity to truly experience the profession—and to this day, he carries out his work with great passion.

For Peter Bolliger, it was a real highlight – he got to take the wheel of the snowcat himself. With great sensitivity, every slight movement has to be precisely controlled, as the machine responds immediately to each command. A childhood dream came true – and Peter experienced firsthand what it feels like to drive this massive machine.

But it’s not just driving and grooming the slopes that are important – safety is also a top priority. Every snowcat driver is equipped with an avalanche transceiver (LVS), which helps locate the driver quickly in case of an emergency. Fortunately, such emergencies are rare, as avalanche safety in the ski area is continuously monitored. Every morning, even before the slopes are officially opened, the team triggers controlled avalanches to minimize the risk for guests and staff.

Dino describes the best feeling after a workday like this: When he heads home and knows that the slope is perfectly groomed or that he’s gotten the most out of it. "The most fun is actually when you can immediately test the slopes as a guest after your workday," says Dino.