Experienced Snowmaking Maintenance

Vail Resorts • Vail, CO

4d • $22 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the maintenance of snowmaking equipment and systems, focusing on quality, safety, and efficiency to ensure an exceptional guest experience. The position involves maintaining pump, compressor, and cooling tower equipment, and supporting the winter snowmaking team with equipment maintenance tasks, including ongoing training of snowmaking staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/ GED or Equivalent
• 3-5 years prior snowmaking experience required
• Valid Driver’s License without restrictions is required
• MS Office preferred
• Must be able to read, write and understand English
• Ability to ski or snowboard at a level 6 ability if necessary
• Advanced understanding of snowmaking equipment maintenance and operations

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all snowmaking policies, safety guidelines, and best practice procedures.
• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures.
• Understand and train to safe and efficient operation and maintenance of all snowmaking equipment.
• Understand and train to all standards, enterprise best practices, and safety procedures as instructed and outlined in the operational manual.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain snowmaking equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of trade specific hand tools.
• Advanced knowledge of storm water management.
• Effective communication between shifts, team leadership, and adjacent teams within the resort.
• Responsible for pump and compressor maintenance.
• Responsible for utility locates.
• Responsible for hydrant repair and replacement.
• General housekeeping of snowmaking facilities.
• Inventory, stock, and order snowmaking maintenance components.
• Audit and manage maintenance documentation.
• Oversee all maintenance staff in the absence of Team Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Assist with general snowmaking responsibilities when necessary.

Benefits

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED