Snowmaker

POWDR • Nederland, CO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

When the sun goes down and temperatures drop below freezing, our snowmakers gear-up and head out on the mountain. Facing challenging weather and difficult mountain terrain, our snowmakers perform the physically demanding job of tending to our snowmaking equipment. This position plays an instrumental role in creating the product that our guests enjoy: advanced, intermediate, beginner terrain, learning areas, terrain parks and racecourses. It all starts with our snowmakers.

Requirements

• A valid Driver’s License & the ability to pass MVR check that meet company standards
• Ability to work outside in a mountain environment during harsh conditions
• Ability to walk through deep snow while carrying heavy equipment and tools (50+ pounds)
• Ability to move large volumes of snow with a shovel

Nice To Haves

• Previous snowmaking/ ski area experience preferred, but not required
• Passionate about supporting Eldora’s “Play Forever” initiative, promoting environmental protection, and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Must have a positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment
• Must have an interest in learning about the process of making snow
• Must have a willingness to work 12-hour shifts, day or night
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as required by resort operations.

Benefits

• Free employee season pass and free or discounted dependent(s) season pass
• Free and discounted friends & family day passes
• Free RTD EcoPass
• Discounts across the resort (food & beverage, retail, rentals, lessons & more)
• Employee housing program
• 401k with up to 5% company match & immediate vesting
• Free reciprocal access for employees to other POWDR resorts & Colorado Ski County resorts
• 50% day passes at IKON pass resorts (out of state & out of country)
• This is a seasonal position eligible for season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.
• Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.
• We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed