Snowmaker

Telluride Ski & Golf; South Egremont (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Telluride Ski & Golf seeks an experienced snowgroomer operator to operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants and pumps to create manufactured snow. The role includes relocating equipment around the mountain and performing regular upkeep on snowmaking gear.

Responsibilities include adjusting guns for efficiency, repairing pumps and snow machines, and assisting with pipeline installation while working safely around heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• On-site training for snowmaking operations provided.
• Prior mechanical / technological experience preferred.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.
• Follow company procedures for maintaining a safe workplace.
• Communicate clearly using 2 way radios.
• Snow machines operators require prior training & expert level experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality snow through the use of both air/water and fan equipment.
• Relocate guns and hoses to various areas around the mountain.
• Adjust snow guns to maintain snowmaking efficiency.
• Perform upkeep and repair of snow guns, pumps, snow machines & ATVs.
• Remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas at resort.
• Assist installing snow-making pipeline, hydrants, towers and snow-guns.
• Work safely near heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures.
• Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for snowmaking weather.
• Keep workshop in a clean and safe working environment.
• Organize and maintain shop tools and shop equipment in good repair.
• Report and record any service work needed or performed on equipment.
• Drive ATVs as necessary, following all safety protocols.
• Drive snow machines to move guns or groom trails with owner approval.
• May perform other tasks as needed for maintenance or lift operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Skills

On-site training

Mechanical experience

Independence

Safety procedures

Two-way radios

Snow equipment training

Tools

ATV operation

Snowmaking equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Operate and maintain snow guns, hoses, hydrants and pumps creating manufactured snow. Experienced snowgroomer operator preferred.

Job Tasks/Responsibilities

• Produce quality snow through the use of both air/water and fan equipment.
• Relocate guns and hoses to various areas around the mountain.
• Adjust snow guns to maintain snowmaking efficiency.
• Perform upkeep and repair of snow guns, pumps, snow machines & ATV's.
• Remove snow around snowmaking equipment and other areas at resort.
• Assist installing snow-making pipeline, hydrants, towers and snow-guns.
• Work safely near heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures.
• Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for snowmaking weather.
• Keep workshop in a clean and safe working environment.
• Organize and maintain shop tools and shop equipment in good repair.
• Report and record any service work needed or performed on equipment.
• Drive ATVs as necessary, following all safety protocols.
• Drive snow machines to move guns or groom trails with owner approval.
• May perform other tasks as needed for maintenance or lift operations.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by manager.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)

• On-site training for snowmaking operations provided.
• Prior mechanical / technological experience preferred.
• Able to work independently with little to no supervision.
• Follow company procedures for maintaining a safe workplace.
• Communicate clearly using 2 way radios.
• Snow machines operators require prior training & expert level experience.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability: Adapt well to changing work priorities and company needs.
• Teamwork: Interact with team members effectively put company goals first.
• Decision Making: Use sound judgment to make good decisions.

Physical Demands

• 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 manipulating frozen machinery.
• Must be able to hike on rugged snow and ice covered steep terrain.
• Must be able to stand, bend, climb, lift, reach, push and pull repetitively.
• Must be mentally attentive and focused at all times.

Requirements

Shift Requirements:

• Hours may be long with frequent 12 hour shifts.
• Shifts are sometimes 7 days a week during peak snowmaking season.
• May work over-night graveyard shifts.
• Expect frequent weekend and holiday shifts.

Age Requirements

• Applicants must be at least age 18.

Other Requirements

• Applicants must have a valid driver's license to operate ATV's or vehicles.