Snowmaking Lead: 24/7 Mountain Operations Champion

Stratton Mountain Resort; Stratton (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alterra Employee Pass

Free season pass access

Free or discounted IKON pass

Discounted golf & fitness memberships

Onsite medical clinic

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid sick time & vacation

Job summary

Stratton Mountain Resort is seeking an experienced Snowmaking Manager to lead one of the most critical operations on the mountain. This role oversees people, planning, infrastructure, and execution behind Stratton's snowmaking program, prioritizing safe operations, reliable production, and resource efficiency.

The Snowmaking Manager leads a large seasonal team in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment and collaborates with Mountain Operations to set terrain priorities and deliver the best product for

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive snowmaking experience, including leadership or management.
• Strong technical knowledge of snowmaking equipment, infrastructure, controls, and automated systems.
• Experience leading teams in a 24/7 or similarly complex operating environment.
• Experience managing labor, scheduling, budgets, and operating expenses.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop employees.
• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Project management experience
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work nights, early mornings, weekends, holidays, and changing schedules during peak snowmaking periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead Stratton's snowmaking team and oversee daily snowmaking operations, equipment, infrastructure, and maintenance.
• Develop and execute snowmaking plans based on weather, terrain priorities, operating goals, and available resources.
• Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop snowmaking supervisors and team members.
• Manage the department's operating budget, labor, energy use, maintenance expenses, and key performance metrics.
• Use weather data, snowmaking technology, system performance, and production data to make timely operating decisions.
• Maintain strong safety standards and ensure employees are properly trained in equipment, operating procedures, and required safety practices.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and preventative maintenance standards that support system reliability and consistent operations.
• Partner with Mountain Operations leadership on snowmaking infrastructure improvements, capital planning, and long-term system needs.
• Coordinate closely with Grooming, Terrain Parks, Lift Operations, Ski Patrol, Vehicle Maintenance, and other departments to support mountain readiness.
• Provide calm, decisive leadership during changing weather, high-production periods, system disruptions, and other critical operating situations.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Communication

Problem-solving

Project management

Team development

Safety leadership

Tools

Snowmaking equipment

Automation systems

Job description

Stratton Mountain Resort is seeking an experienced Snowmaking Manager to lead one of the most critical operations on the mountain. This role oversees people, planning, infrastructure, and execution behind Stratton's snowmaking program, prioritizing safe operations, reliable production, and resource efficiency.

The Snowmaking Manager leads a large seasonal team in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment and collaborates with Mountain Operations to set terrain priorities and deliver the best product for