Snowmaker

Berkshire East Ski Resort; Charlemont (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire East Ski Resort in Charlemont, MA is seeking a Nighttime Snowmaker to operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants, and pumps to create manufactured snow from pressurized water sources. Experience preferred; ability to work nights, long shifts, and operate ATVs in cold conditions.

Relocate equipment, adjust guns for efficiency, perform upkeep on gear, and ensure safety around high-pressure systems. Join a team committed to reliable snowmaking throughout the season.

Qualifications

• Prior mechanical/technological experience preferred.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.
• Willing and able to follow company procedures for risk mitigation in the workplace.
• Able to communicate clearly in-person and using 2-way radios.
• Must be able to work nights.
• Requires reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants, and pumps to create manufactured snow.
• Relocate snow guns and hoses around the mountain as needed.
• Adjust snow guns to maintain snowmaking efficiency and keep hoses on the snow.
• Perform upkeep and repair of snow guns, pumps, snow machines and ATVs.
• Report and record service work performed on equipment.
• Drive ATVs or snowmobiles on the ski hill as necessary, with proper safety protocols.
• Work safely near heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressure systems.
• Keep workshop clean and organize shop tools and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Independent worker

Clear communicator

Night shifts

Willing to learn

Radio communications

Tools

Snow guns

Hydrants

Job description

Nighttime Snowmaker Job Summary

Operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants, and pumps to create manufactured snow from pressurized water sources. Night-time Snowmakers with experience are preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Produce quality snow through the use of both air/water and fan equipment.
• Relocate snow guns and hoses as needed to various areas around the mountain.
• Adjust snow guns to maintain snowmaking efficiency; keep hoses on top of the snow.
• Perform upkeep and repair of snow guns, pumps, snow machines and ATVs.
• Remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas at the resort.
• Assist installing snowmaking pipelines, hydrants, towers, and snow-guns.
• Work safely near heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressure systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for snowmaking conditions.
• Keep the workshop a clean and functional working environment.
• Organize and maintain shop tools, and keep shop equipment in good repair.
• Report and record any service work needed or performed on equipment.
• Drive ATVs or snowmobiles on the ski hill as necessary, following proper driving protocols.
• Drive snow machines to move snow guns with owner or manager approval.
• Perform other tasks for Maintenance or Lift Operations, or as assigned by a manager.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• On-site training for snowmaking operations provided. Must be eager to learn and willing to follow instructions.
• Prior mechanical/technological experience preferred.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.
• Willing and able to follow company procedures for risk mitigation in the workplace.
• Able to communicate clearly in-person and using 2-way radios.
• Has reliable transportation, and can work nights.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapts well to changing work priorities and team needs.
• Teamwork: Able to interact with team members effectively to complete snow making goals.
• Decision Making: Use sound judgment to make good decisions. Respectfully asks clarifying questions to increase understanding and reduce risk.
• Reliability: consistently arrives on time, prepared, and as scheduled.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to regulate body temperature and keep warm in winter weather and adverse conditions.
• Must be physically fit and able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work in an environment that is occasionally very loud.
• Must be agile and able to climb on and off towers and vehicles frequently.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to manipulate frozen machinery.
• Must be able to hike on steep snow and ice covered terrain.
• Must be able to stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, push and pull repetitively.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.
• Should enjoy beautiful, starry nights and hiking around an amazing place while performing meaningful work.

Requirements

Shift Requirements:

• Hours may be long with frequent 12 hour shifts.
• Shifts are sometimes 7 days a week during peak snowmaking season.
• Expect to work overnight shifts.
• Expect to work weekend and holiday shifts as needed.

Age Requirements:

• Applicants must be at least age 18.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license to operate ATVs, snowmobiles, or other vehicles.
• Snow machines operators require prior training & expert level experience.