Lead Snowmaker

About the role

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Snowmakers are no exception to creating this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for the manufactured snow production, Snowmakers are creative and tech savvy professionals laying the groundwork for an epic snow season.

Responsibilities

• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures
• Understand and teach proper snowmaking quality checks
• Lead with day-to-day operations
• Mentor and guide snowmaker teammates
• Understand and operate snowmaking pumps, compressors, manual and automated snowmaking guns
• Maintain snowmaking equipment and buildings as directed
• Ability to complete assigned tasks while unsupervised
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Previous experience operating/maintaining heavy machinery; snowmaking experience preferred
• Must be able to communicate fluently in English
• Ability to work outdoors in alpine environments
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs

Pay

Starting wage: $20.00/hr - $30.61/hr. The expected pay range is $20.00/hr - $30.61/hr.

Schedule

Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. Shift Type: Full Time hours available. Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.

Benefits

• Free passes for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family
• Free ski lessons
• Employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program