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Snowmaker

Vail Resorts · Brighton, MI · 6 days ago
Manufacturing$20–$23/hrFull-time

About the role

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it's your first-time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re-discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world. With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you'll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service — our leading training and development experience — and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

As a Snowmaker, you will brave the elements and help build out the mountain for the skiing guest. Snowmaking is a physically demanding and exciting job. Work with some of the most fascinating equipment on the mountain, and make it snow!

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 (Epic Service)
  • Referral Program
  • 40% retail discounts

Responsibilities

  • Operate all snowmaking equipment in a safe and efficient manner
  • Operate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient manner
  • Perform basic snowmaking equipment maintenance
  • Work on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Valid driver's license with no restrictions
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English
  • Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs
  • Basic hand tool knowledge and skill
  • Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment
  • Minimum age: at least 18 years of age

Pay

Starting wage: $20.00/hr – $23.00/hr. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Schedule

Winter Seasonal 2026/2027. Full-time and part-time hours available. No housing provided. Hiring occurs on a rolling basis; applications accepted until December 15th or until positions are filled.

Requisition ID: 517242 | Reference Date: 09/03/2026

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