Snow Surfaces Manager

Marquette Mountain Resort LLC•Marquette, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Discover the allure of the Northwoods at Marquette Mountain Resort. Immerse yourself in our passion for providing an exceptional experience, where every detail is carefully considered. Our resort offers year-round adventure and stunning natural beauty across all four seasons. Whether you seek the thrill of the slopes or the tranquility of the trails, you'll be captivated by the spectacular views of Lake Superior. After a day of exploration, unwind and create cherished memories by the fire with your loved ones. Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Marquette, Michigan, our resort is your gateway to an unforgettable getaway. Our values of Honoring Commitments, Creating Positive Experiences, Fostering Lifelong Learning, Exhibiting Pioneering Spirit, and Demonstrating Good Stewardship permeates every aspect of our company. Join us in growing all aspects of our business while embodying these values.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Documented snowmaking, grooming, and mountain operation experience, 3-5 years of experience
Documented successful management experience, of 2.5-5 years, with the ability to lead and manage a crew of 20+ seasonal employees for a 24-hour 2 to 3 shift schedule
Documented experience of basic mechanical skills
Awareness of Ski Area Operations, previous mountain experience is a plus
Skiing and/or snowboarding ability preferred
High School diploma or equivalent required, college or equivalent experience
4 years experience and/or training
Attended Cutters Camp or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Skiing and/or snowboarding ability preferred

Responsibilities

Commitment to providing a safe experience for our guests and team members by adhering to all safety policies and procedures
Knowledge of and compliance with all departmental policies, service procedures and standards
Knowledge of and compliance with all applicable ANSI, State and insurance policy, guidelines and standards
Responsible for leading the development, the grooming, the snowmaking, the terrain park, teams
Operate heavy construction equipment and snow grooming equipment with attachments
Develop a deep understanding of all snowmaking and grooming equipment, including operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of systems
Perform complete snowmaking season as needed and groom trails with the objective of proving an enjoyable skiing surface for guests following the snowmaking plan
Hire, train, schedule, and manage all snow surfaces staff
Organize and delegate the daily workload to groomer, snowmaking, terrain park
Perform grooming and park building functions as needed in a safe and efficient manner conforming to all standard operating procedures
Maintain accurate up-to-date logs on equipment used
Report and immediately correct unsafe conditions regarding equipment and area of work, or elsewhere in the area
Strategize with Mountain Operations Director for patterns that save time, drive efficiency, eliminate double coverage and create a better guest experience
Train snowmakers, directing them for effectiveness and efficiency inside and on the mountain
Practice safe teaching methods for snowmobile, snow gun, and hydrant and pump house functions
Constant communication with all necessary departments at Marquette Mountain. (Mountain Operations Manager, Race, Ski School, Events, Ski Patrol, Snowmaking, General Manager, Terrain Park)
Attends any/all mountain operations meetings
Provides feedback on and oversee departmental budgets while tracking performance to expectations
Develop and maintain all appropriate records and documentation regarding snowmaking, grooming and terrain park operations at the resort
Help start up and shut down of the snowmaking system efficiently and effectively
Comply with all Lock Out / Tag Out, confined space, and entry fall protection for standard operating procedures
All other duties as assigned