Lead Snowmaking Maintenance

Vail Resorts; Town of Vermont (WI); On-site; USD 3,168,480 - 4,216,833; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski/Mountain Perks

Employee discounts on lodging, food, &

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional

Referral Program

Job summary

Mount Snow in West Dover, VT is hiring for winter 2026/27 for snowmaking maintenance roles including full-time hours and winter seasonal employment. Starting wage ranges from $23.00/hr to $30.61/hr with housing available and veteran on-site support for seasonal staff.

Maintenance of snowmaking equipment and systems is required, with a focus on safety, quality, and guest experience. Training will cover pump, compressor, and cooling tower maintenance, plus ongoing operations and repairs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/ GED or Equivalent
• 3–5 years prior snowmaking experience required
• Valid Driver’s License without restrictions
• 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 at all times.
• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures.
• Understand and train for 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 stormwater 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 the Team Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Assist with general snowmaking responsibilities when necessary.

Skills

Read & write English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more. Apply today!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re‑discovering) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

Location & Company

Lead Snowmaking Maintenance
Job Code Function: Snowmaking Maintenance
Company: Mount Snow
Location: West Dover, VT, US
Shift Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027

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

Job Summary

Maintenance of snowmaking equipment and systems, while striving for quality, safety, and efficiency to ensure an exceptional experience for our guests. Maintain pump, compressor, and cooling tower equipment. Support winter snowmaking team in varying degrees of equipment maintenance tasks including ongoing training of snowmaking staff.

Job Specifications

• Starting Wage: $23.00/hr - $30.61/hr
• Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type: Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability: Yes

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to all snowmaking policies, safety guidelines, and best practice procedures at all times.
• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures.
• Understand and train for 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 stormwater 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 the Team Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Assist with general snowmaking responsibilities when necessary.

Job 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

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition Information

Requisition ID 515518
Reference Date: 07/14/2026
Job Code Function: Snowmaking Maintenance