Mountain Operations Technician

HoliMont Ski Area; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

HoliMont Ski Area is seeking a Mountain Operations Tech to maintain snowmaking and related equipment, lead the snowmaking crew, and support on-hill operations. The role involves learning water pumping processes, capital project involvement, and working across slopes and trails in all weather conditions.

Ideal candidates will have mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical experience, plus equipment operation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanics, hydraulics, electronics, and equipment operation is required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred for leading seasonal staff.
• Strong communication and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on snowmaking and related equipment.
• Assist with capital projects and on-hill maintenance.
• Operate snowmaking equipment and other machinery (UTV, Trucks, Tractors).
• Lead and supervise part-time seasonal employees during snowmaking season.
• Work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions.
• Adhere to safety policies and PPE requirements.

Job description

The Mountain Operations tech is responsible for the upkeep, and maintenance of all snow guns and related equipment, being involved with capital projects and other various on hill maintenance. Skills in mechanics, hydraulics, electronics, equipment operation and various other skills are ideal for this position. The Technician will also be a Crew Leader who is responsible for the supervision of the snowmaking crew assigned to them, all the equipment and all the functions involved in snowmaking. Technician will learn and understand the process of pumping water for the snowmaking process is a key part of winter operations and this function will be part of the training.

• Perform maintenance and repairs on snowmaking and related equipment
• Assist with various capital projects
• Various work on slopes and trails, drainage, trees etc.
• Work closely with and assist other departments when necessary
• Operate various equipment as necessary such as, UTV, Trucks, and Tractors etc.
• Operate snowmaking equipment for creating manufactured high quality snow
• Leading part time seasonal employees during snowmaking season.
• The ability to work in adverse weather conditions include wind, snow, ice
• Good communication skills and accurately follow instructions and give instructions and make sure they are carried out.
• Good work ethic and dependability is a must
• Good communication skills are expected
• Mechanical experience required
• Electrical experience required
• Water pumping experience is a plus
• Welding experience a plus
• Various equipment operation is a plus
• Supervisory/Leadership skills are necessary
• This position supports critical mountain operations and requires open availability Monday through Sunday, including weekends and holidays. Work shifts are scheduled in advance and rotate; employees are not scheduled every day but must be available during all operating periods.
• This position works primarily outside year round
• Requires prolonged periods of standing and walking on slippery and/or uneven snow or icy surfaces.
• Must remain alert and attentive at all times.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 pounds
• Be able to work in Winter elements for extended periods, including physical activities such as climbing, working at heights, lifting, and walking. Training, including fall protection and fall rescue, and PPE, including helmets and harness, are provided.
• Use personal protective equipment as outlined during training sessions.
• The Mountain Operations technician is exposed to fumes (i.e. welding), solvents, gases, lubricants and other environmental and physical hazards. Training and PPE are provided.
• The Mountain Operations technician is exposed to moderate to high noise levels, outdoor temperatures and weather, and confined spaces. Training and PPE are provided.
• Committed to becoming a skilled team member vested in HoliMont core Values.
• Must desire to follow all company safety policies and general policies.