Snowmaker & Mountain Ops Technician (Overnights)

Swain; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Swain Resort in Swain, NY is hiring a Snowmaker to produce and maintain snow for skiing and riding during the winter season. You will operate snowmaking guns, hoses, and hydrants, adjust water and air pressures, and work as part of a dedicated mountain operations team in an outdoor, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is at least 18, capable of working outdoors in all weather, physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, and willing to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong physical endurance; must lift up to 75 lbs.
• Mechanically inclined with basic understanding of equipment operation preferred.
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work overnight shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain snowmaking equipment including guns, hoses, and hydrants.
• Adjust water and air pressures to achieve desired snow quality based on temperature and humidity.
• Inspect, set up, move, and break down snowmaking equipment across the mountain.
• Monitor weather conditions and communicate changes with the snowmaking team.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment as needed.
• Maintain safe working conditions and follow all resort and OSHA safety protocols.
• Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team, often during overnight shifts.
• Assist with slope preparation, snow distribution, and grooming support when required.
• Maintain clear and effective communication with supervisors and other departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Mountain Operations Manager.

Skills

Outdoor endurance

Physical strength

Mechanically inclined

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Job description

Swain Resort in Swain, NY is hiring a Snowmaker to produce and maintain snow for skiing and riding during the winter season. You will operate snowmaking guns, hoses, and hydrants, adjust water and air pressures, and work as part of a dedicated mountain operations team in an outdoor, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is at least 18, capable of working outdoors in all weather, physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, and willing to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays.