Snowmaker

Job Summary

Operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants and pumps creating manufactured snow. Experienced snowgroomer operator preferred.

Job Tasks/Responsibilities

• Produce quality snow through the use of both air/water and fan equipment.


• Relocate guns and hoses to various areas around the mountain.


• Adjust snow guns to maintain snowmaking efficiency.


• Perform upkeep and repair of snow guns, pumps, snow machines & ATV's.


• Remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas at resort.


• Assist installing snow-making pipeline, hydrants, towers and snow-guns.


• Work safely near heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures.


• Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for snowmaking weather.


• Keep workshop in a clean and safe working environment.


• Organize and maintain shop tools and shop equipment in good repair.


• Report and record any service work needed or performed on equipment.


• Drive ATVs as necessary, following all safety protocols.


• Drive snow machines to move guns or groom trails with owner approval.


• May perform other tasks as needed for maintenance or lift operations.


• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• On-site training for snowmaking operations provided.


• Prior mechanical / technological experience preferred.


• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.


• Follow company procedures for maintaining a safe workplace.


• Communicate clearly using 2 way radios.


• Snow machines operators require prior training & expert level experience.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapt well to changing work priorities and company needs.


• Teamwork: Interact with team members effectively put company goals first.


• Decision Making: Use sound judgment to make good decisions.

Physical Demands

• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 100 lbs.


• Must be able to work in an environment that is occasionally very loud.


• Must be agile and able to climb on and off towers and vehicles frequently.


• Must be able to use hands and fingers manipulating frozen machinery.


• Must be able to hike on rugged snow and ice covered steep terrain.


• Must be able to stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, push and pull repetitively.


• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.

Requirements

Shift Requirements:

• Hours may be long with frequent 12 hour shifts.


• Shifts are sometimes 7 days a week during peak snowmaking season.


• May work over-night graveyard shifts.


• Expect frequent weekend and holiday shifts.

Age Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least age 18.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license to operate ATV's or vehicles.