Snowmaker, Winter 26-27

Mammoth Mountain; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ski passes for dependents

Free skiing at Alterra Resorts

401k with company match

Job summary

Mammoth Mountain is seeking seasonal snowmaking staff near Mammoth Lakes, California. You will operate equipment to produce man-made snow, start and shut down snowmaking guns, check snow quality, and maintain machinery. Overnight shifts are common in this role and training is provided.

Flexibility to work in varying weather is essential, with opportunities for advancement based on performance. Mammoth Mountain is an equal opportunity employer and values safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn snowmaking equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Safety policies adherence and training completion.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to produce man-made snow.
• Start and shut down snowmaking guns, check snow quality, remove ice buildup, maintain equipment.
• Frequently work in adverse weather conditions.

Skills

Snowmaking operations

Overnight shifts

Weather resilience

Education

California Driver's License

Tools

Snowmaking equipment

Job description

Seasonal

At Mammoth Mountain, you will live the dream!

Work and play in the majestic mountains with a free season pass that opens the doors to adventure at all Alterra Resorts. Your whole family can share this excitement with free skiing for dependents and a range of valuable discounts. It is more than a job; it is an opportunity to embrace the beauty of Mammoth Lakes, California.

Benefits And Perks Of Your Adventure Here

• Ski passes for dependents (spouse/child(ren)/domestic partners) includes free skiing at other Alterra Resorts
• Free skiing at all Alterra Resorts
• Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts
• Equipment Rental discount
• Friends and Family vouchers
• Retail & Food discount
• 401k with company match
• Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check

Hourly pay rate: $20.70 to $35.21

About The Position

• Operate equipment to produce man-made snow.
• Start and shut down snowmaking guns, check snow quality, remove ice buildup, and maintain equipment.
• Frequently work in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements

• Early October start with training in snowmaking equipment and procedures. Snow production begins late October or early November and continues until conditions no longer require it.
• Seasonal positions available; employment may extend to other departments post-snowmaking season.
• Primarily overnight shifts.
• Assist in staffing special events.
• Flexible, weather-driven schedules.
• Skill development and pay scale advancement based on performance. Skills assessment after 120 operating hours may lead to a raise or promotion.
• Must have a California Driver's License, be at least 19 years old, with a clean driving record for the past three years. Safety Sensitive position subject to drug policies.
• Prior snowmaking experience is a plus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

Mammoth Mountain is an equal opportunity employer.