Snowmaker

Camelback Resort•Pocono Township, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Snowmaker supports the Mountain Operations team by producing snow and maintaining ski and snowboard trail conditions throughout the winter season. The role involves working outdoors with the team to prepare and maintain trails and support a positive experience for guests and associates. Snowmakers operate, inspect, clean, and perform basic and seasonal maintenance on snowmaking equipment, while responding to weather and operational changes. The position requires following safety procedures and maintaining an organized work environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Flexible work schedule, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and overnight shifts.
Open availability; schedules may exceed 40 hours per week during peak season depending on weather and operational needs.
Strong listening, problem-solving, and verbal and written communication skills.
Must be able to speak and read English.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors for extended periods in varying conditions, including extreme cold, heat, rain, and snow.
Ability to safely navigate steep, uneven, snowy, or icy terrain.
Ability to operate tools, equipment, and machinery safely or learn to operate specialized snowmaking equipment.
Ability to tolerate noisy work areas, fumes, dust, moisture, and other environmental conditions associated with snowmaking operations.
Ability to follow safety procedures when working around pressurized water systems, electrical equipment, and moving machinery.
Ability to recognize potential hazards, follow instructions, and respond appropriately to changing conditions.
Commitment to safety and creating a positive guest experience.
Ability to work in a fun, fast-paced environment and contribute to a team setting.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in snowmaking, mechanical maintenance, construction, or equipment operation.
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Operate snowmaking equipment, including snow guns, pumps, hoses, and related machinery.
Assist with snowmaking operations to maintain and improve snow coverage across the mountain.
Monitor weather conditions and snowmaking equipment to support efficient snow production.
Set up, move, connect, and secure hoses, snow guns, and other equipment.
Perform routine inspections, cleaning, basic maintenance, and seasonal preparation of snowmaking equipment.
Identify and report equipment malfunctions, maintenance needs, and potential safety hazards.
Coordinate with team members to adjust equipment and respond to changing weather and operational conditions.
Operate, maintain, and refuel tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
Adapt to changing weather conditions and daily operational needs.
Follow safety procedures to protect guests and team members.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned to support mountain operations.