Seasonal Snowmaking Lead: Team Leader & Snow Tech

Marquette Mountain Resort; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

Marquette Mountain is seeking a Snowmaking Lead to oversee daily snowmaking operations, mentor a small crew, and coordinate with grooming, ski patrol, lift operations and race director to deliver high-quality snow for guests.

This full-time seasonal role runs October 14, 2026 through April 14, 2027. You’ll monitor safety, perform routine equipment maintenance, operate the snowmaking system, and troubleshoot control software while maintaining a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of snowmaking experience (2 years preferred).
• Base knowledge of compressors, electrical systems, instrumentation, welding.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Must have a valid driver''s license and flexibility to work weekends, nights and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Actively monitor and support daily snowmaking operations and lead the team.
• Ensure safe charging, operation, and shutdown of the snowmaking system.
• Monitor safety compliance with MIOSHA standards.
• Troubleshoot problems and maintain snowmaking equipment.
• Learn and assist with snowmaking control software and cross-department coordination.
• Document maintenance logs and coordinate with Grooming, Ski Patrol, and Lift Operations.
• Work with minimal supervision and adapt to weather conditions.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Snowmaking operations

Team leadership

Safety compliance

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Snowmaking control software

Job description

Marquette Mountain is seeking a Snowmaking Lead to oversee daily snowmaking operations, mentor a small crew, and coordinate with grooming, ski patrol, lift operations and race director to deliver high-quality snow for guests.

This full-time seasonal role runs October 14, 2026 through April 14, 2027. You’ll monitor safety, perform routine equipment maintenance, operate the snowmaking system, and troubleshoot control software while maintaining a positive team environment.