Snowmaker

Supervisor: Snowmaking Supervisor 

Type: November-Spring, Varying Hours

Department: Snowmaking / Grooming / Slope Maintenance Seasonal

Position Overview: Create manmade snow to maintain and enhance ski slopes, operate and maintain snowmaking equipment, and ensure optimal snow conditions. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Essential Job Functions:

• Operate SMI automated system and monitoring.
• Operate snowmaking equipment to create quality manmade snow and perform light maintenance and repairs on equipment. 
• Tend fan guns throughout shift keeping electric cords and hoses clear of snow.
• Check weather, air temperatures, and wind speeds constantly to optimize manmade snow quality.
• Pre-operational, operational, and post-operational check of snow making equipment, reposition, and move snowmaking equipment, clean off snow, and clean equipment.
• Relocation of guns and hoses to various areas around the Resort.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on equipment, including checking water pipes, fluid levels and volume, temperature controls, energy consumption, and diesel fuel systems.
• Shovel / remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas as needed.
• Test the quality of snow as it is made, reporting findings and conditions to Supervisor.
• Record accurate information to all maintenance forms in an efficient and timely manner.
• Work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment, high voltage, and high-water pressure.
• Work unsupervised and be self motivated to complete tasks timely.
• Safe operation of snowmobiles in dark and potentially limited visibility conditions.
• Work together with all departments to build a positive working environment and open terrain safely.
• Physically perform the essential job functions of this position. 
• Show up to work on time, consistent attendance, and dependable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Environmental Factors:

• Frequently exposed to high places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; high voltage, high water, pressure, with ladders, and vibration.  
• This position is required to work evenings and/or overnight, weekends and holidays.
• Constantly exposed to weather including extreme cold and heat and ability to work outside in any and all weather conditions.
• Constantly climbing, balancing, kneeling, carrying, walking, bending, crouching rotating, standing, walking and frequently working on uneven and steep terrain.
• Manual dexterity and fitness to work with hand tools constantly and repetitive use of hands, arms, shoulders, back, and legs constantly.
• Lifting to waist level of 50 lbs. frequently, above shoulder lifting and / or carrying of up to 25 lbs. occasionally, 80 lbs. rarely.
• Sight and hearing of acceptable standards for Essential Job Functions.
• The working environment may be stressful when meeting Supervisor and staffing needs.

Benefits:

• Discounts for employee & some dependent passes, tickets, services, and retail.
• Discounted passes to other mountains.
• Access to free training.

The job description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Intermediate math skills and good mechanical skills / judgement. 
• Ability to commit to on-site work schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. 
• Ability to operate, use, and control hand tools, drain hoses, and wrap electrical cords.
• Ability to work around high voltage and extreme water pressures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify safety hazards and either direct the Supervisor’s attention to them or safely remove them.
• Ability to read and write English and be able to differentiate colors.
• Ability to relate in a positive manner to guests and co-workers.
• Ability to work well under pressure, problem solve, and multitask.
• Thorough understanding of company policies and practices.
• Organized and attention to detail.
• Reliable transportation.

Education / Experience:

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years experience with SMI software.
• Three years experience with snowmaking.
• High voltage and water pressure training preferred but not required (will train in house).
• Snowmobile safety training is preferred but not required (will train in house).
• One year experience skiing or snowboarding required. 
• Valid Washington State Driver License.
• Background check.