Snowmaking Controller: Mountain Operations Data Lead

Vail Resorts; Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free passes for employees

Employee discounts on lodging, food, 3

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge is hiring for the Winter 2026/27 season for a Specialist Snowmaking - Controller. This office-based role supports outside snowmaking operations by controlling several machine rooms from a computer console using various software programs.

Starting wage $24.64/hr to $35.20/hr, with full-time and part-time hours available and housing options. The job requires excellent communication, organizational, documentation, and reporting skills, plus the ability to operate and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to snowmaking policies, safety guidelines and best practice procedures at all times.
• Operate transportation vehicles as per SOPs.
• Understand safe and efficient operation of snowmaking equipment.
• Follow standards and safety procedures in the operations manual.
• Operate and monitor electronic snowmaking systems and equipment.
• Maintain clear communication between shifts and teams within the resort.
• Report and monitor water, electricity and material usage.
• Assist with standard snowmaking duties and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with Mountain Operations departments such as Grooming, Race, Ski Patrol.
• Perform fan gun maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Snowmaking software

Job description

Vail Resorts in Breckenridge is hiring for the Winter 2026/27 season for a Specialist Snowmaking - Controller. This office-based role supports outside snowmaking operations by controlling several machine rooms from a computer console using various software programs.

Starting wage $24.64/hr to $35.20/hr, with full-time and part-time hours available and housing options. The job requires excellent communication, organizational, documentation, and reporting skills, plus the ability to operate and