Epic Snowmaker – Free Passes, Mountain Perks & Growth

Vail Resorts

Breckenridge (CO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 38,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for 직원
MORE employee discounts on lodging, f​
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional发展
Referral Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO is hiring Snowmakers for the 2026/2027 winter season. You will operate snowmaking equipment, monitor quality checks, and support the snowmaking lead to ensure optimal coverage for the season.

Starting pay ranges from $23.25 to $27.83 per hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. Housing may be available, and employees receive ski passes, discounts, and access to training programs.

Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Previous experience operating/maintaining heavy machinery; snowmaking experience preferred.
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English.
  • Ability to work outdoors in alpine environments.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures.
  • Understand and teach proper snowmaking quality checks.
  • Assist snowmaking lead with day-to-day operations.
  • Understand and operate snowmaking pumps, compressors, manual and automated snowmaking guns.
  • Maintain snowmaking equipment and buildings as directed.
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks while unsupervised.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license
English fluency
Outdoor work
Flexible schedule
Heavy lifting

Job description

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge, CO is hiring Snowmakers for the 2026/2027 winter season. You will operate snowmaking equipment, monitor quality checks, and support the snowmaking lead to ensure optimal coverage for the season.

Starting pay ranges from $23.25 to $27.83 per hour, with full-time and part-time hours available. Housing may be available, and employees receive ski passes, discounts, and access to training programs.

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