Snowmaker: Outdoor Snow Production on 3 Peaks (Entry)

Loon Mountain Resort; Lincoln (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loon Mountain Resort in New Hampshire is seeking an entry-level Snowmaker to help create high-quality snow across three mountain peaks. You will work with snowmaking equipment, maintain waterlines, hydrants, and pumps, and support safety and guest experience in all weather conditions.

No prior experience is required; training is provided. The role involves outdoor work, hiking in extreme weather, and collaborating with Grooming, Ski Patrol, and Lift Operations to ensure optimal snow quality.

Qualifications

• No prior experience or training.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively within a professional manner.
• Basic math skills required.
• Reasoning ability to solve practical problems with common sense.
• Resort Certification on related equipment may be obtained as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and monitor snow guns.
• Monitor performance to insure proper air/water combination and quality snow.
• Produce quality snow across all three mountain peaks.
• Inspect guns, hoses, hydrants, and other equipment to insure safe and efficient operation.
• Adjust the water and/or air flow to snow guns.
• Change nozzles on snow guns when necessary to maintain efficiency.
• Conduct regular maintenance checks on equipment, including checking water pipes, fluid levels and volume, temperature controls, and energy consumption.
• Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists.
• Perform light maintenance or repairs on equipment.
• Work safely in close proximity to heavy equipment, high voltage, and high water pressures.
• Perform other duties as assigned while waiting for optimum snowmaking weather.
• Work closely with and assist other departments such as Grooming, Ski Patrol, Lift Operations, etc.
• Test the quality of snow as it is made, reporting findings and conditions to the supervisor.
• Drive snowmobiles, trucks, and ATVs as necessary.

Education

No prior experience or training

Job description

Loon Mountain Resort in New Hampshire is seeking an entry-level Snowmaker to help create high-quality snow across three mountain peaks. You will work with snowmaking equipment, maintain waterlines, hydrants, and pumps, and support safety and guest experience in all weather conditions.

No prior experience is required; training is provided. The role involves outdoor work, hiking in extreme weather, and collaborating with Grooming, Ski Patrol, and Lift Operations to ensure optimal snow quality.