Snowmaker, Winter 26-27

Mammoth Mountain; Mammoth Lakes (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free season pass for employee

Free skiing for dependents

Ski/snowboarding lessons discounts

Equipment Rental discount

Friends and Family vouchers

Retail & Food discount

401k with company match

Background check may be required

Job summary

Mammoth Mountain in Mammoth Lakes, CA, is hiring for seasonal Snowmaking positions. You will operate snowmaking equipment, manage start/stop procedures, monitor snow quality, and perform routine maintenance.

This role requires overnight work and is part of a weather-driven schedule during the snow season. Starting in early October with training, this position may extend to other departments post-snowmaking season.

Qualifications

• Must have a California Driver's License and a clean driving record.
• Prior snowmaking experience is a plus.
• Ability to work overnight shifts in adverse weather.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Snowmaking experience

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.

Hourly pay rate: $20.70 to $35.21

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

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.