Snowmaking Team Lead

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies; Golden; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Staff pass

Reciprocal passes

Discounted lift tickets

Staff discounts

Job summary

Resorts of the Canadian Rockies is seeking a Snowmaking Technician to operate and maintain snowmaking systems on-site. The role requires attention to safety, accuracy in daily logs, and teamwork to ensure high-quality snow production and safe operation under varying weather conditions.

Ideal candidates will have mechanical aptitude, previous snowmaking experience, and a strong commitment to safety. The position includes evening and night shifts, with opportunities for performance-based

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic operations and equipment maintenance.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, teamwork and cooperation skills.
• The ability to work in isolated areas and tolerate brief exposure to extreme weather conditions, including snow, wind, and cold.
• The flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowmaking and related equipment safely and responsibly.
• Maintain a daily snowmaking log and perform pre- and post-operation checks.
• Conduct daily light maintenance on equipment, including topping up fluids, cleaning, greasing, and fueling as needed.
• Layout, connect, charge, discharge, disconnect, thaw, and drain hoses during setup and teardown.
• Activate and deactivate the snowmaking pump as required.
• Recognize and report potential hazards or unusual situations to the appropriate managers or teams, and assist in emergency situations.
• Assist maintenance staff and perform other general duties as assigned.
• Perform snow removal, snow farming, and snow fencing.
• Monitor and adjust snow guns as required.
• Participate in performance management and continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety focus

Job description

You Will

• Operate snowmaking and related equipment safely and responsibly.
• Maintain a daily snowmaking log and perform pre- and post-operation checks.
• Conduct daily light maintenance on equipment, including topping up fluids, cleaning, greasing, and fueling as needed.
• Layout, connect, charge, discharge, disconnect, thaw, and drain hoses during setup and teardown.
• Activate and deactivate the snowmaking pump as required.
• Recognize and report potential hazards or unusual situations (e.g., noises, poor production quality) to the appropriate managers or teams, and assist in emergency situations.
• Assist maintenance staff and perform other general duties as assigned.
• Perform snow removal, snow farming, and snow fencing.
• Monitor and adjust snow guns as required.
• Participate in performance management and continuous improvement efforts.

You Have

• Mechanical aptitude and an understanding of basic operations and equipment maintenance.
• A basic understanding of mountain resort maintenance and ski/snowboarding terrain needs.
• Previous experience with snowmaking or terrain building.
• A strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, teamwork and cooperation skills.
• The flexibility to work varied hours, including evenings and night shifts.
• The physical capability to operate and maintain equipment.
• The ability to work in isolated areas and tolerate brief exposure to extreme weather conditions, including snow, wind, and cold.
• Comfort working with high voltage and high-water pressure.

We Offer

• Competitive Wage: $19.77 - $21.12 per hour.
• Mountain Access Perks: Complimentary RCR staff pass with full mountain access, reciprocal resort tickets, and discounted friends & family lift tickets.
• Staff Discounts: Save on food & beverage, rentals, retail, and hotel accommodations.