Senior Snowmaker III: Lead & Mentor On-Hill Ops

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Norden (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Employee ski passes

Food discount

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking a seasoned Snowmaker III to run large-scale snowmaking operations across multiple trails. You’ll diagnose complex equipment issues, translate weather windows into production plans, and mentor junior snowmakers while ensuring safety and efficiency on every shift.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of snowmaking guns, hydrant systems, and compressors, with readiness to work all times and conditions in a fast-paced mountain environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ seasons of snowmaking experience across varied conditions
• Advanced knowledge of snowmaking guns and hydrant systems
• Ability to diagnose complex equipment issues beyond routine fixes
• Experience operating snowmobiles and other on-snow vehicles
• Capable of reading weather/temperature windows for production planning
• Mentoring or training teammates on equipment and safety

Responsibilities

• Run complex snowmaking operations across multiple trails and hydrant zones
• Diagnose and resolve advanced equipment issues, coordinating with Snowmaking Supervisor
• Translate weather windows into a real-time production plan
• Mentor Snowmaker I and II on equipment, technique, and safety
• Oversee compressor operation, fueling, spill prevention, and cleanup during shifts
• Serve as go-to resource for trail names, hydrant locations, and system layout
• Model and enforce safety procedures and maintain clean work areas
• Cross-train and support other departments as needed
• Follow Sugar Bowl Employee Handbook policies
• Learn new skills across the resort to support guest experience

Skills

Snowmaking experience

hydrant systems

Compressor operation

Snowmobile operation

Weather window planning

Mentoring others

Team collaboration

Tools

Hydrant systems

Job description

Sugar Bowl Resort is seeking a seasoned Snowmaker III to run large-scale snowmaking operations across multiple trails. You’ll diagnose complex equipment issues, translate weather windows into production plans, and mentor junior snowmakers while ensuring safety and efficiency on every shift.

The role requires in-depth knowledge of snowmaking guns, hydrant systems, and compressors, with readiness to work all times and conditions in a fast-paced mountain environment.