Snowmaking Lead & Crew Supervisor - Night Shifts

Sugarloaf Mountain Corporation; Snoqualmie Pass (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) discretionary match

Sick time accrual

Job summary

The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington state seeks a Snowmaking Foreman/Lead to direct the on-hill crew, execute the daily snow plan, train Snowmaker I/II staff, and serve as the primary liaison between the crew and the snow control room.

Ideal candidates have 4–8 years of snowmaking experience with proven leadership and calm decision-making under adverse conditions. Wage is $29.00–$30.00/hr DOE; the role is non-benefited with 401(k) eligibility and sick time accrual.

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of snowmaking experience.
• Proficient in all Snowmaker III skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication ability.
• Experience training and supervising crew members.
• Ability to remain calm under adverse conditions and time pressure.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Execute the daily snow plan per Manager direction, adjusting for real-time field conditions to protect season-long snow production.
• Direct and supervise the snowmaking crew during assigned shift, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Coordinate gun setups, shutdowns, relocations, and field maintenance tasks.
• Supervise and authorize the use of snowmobiles, snowcats, lifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Evaluate snow quality and terrain coverage, making field decisions to optimize output.
• Perform Snowmaker I, II, and III duties as needed.
• Lead crew briefings, assign tasks, and monitor safety throughout the shift.
• Resolve crew conflicts calmly and professionally, escalating when appropriate.
• Train new Snowmaker I and II staff on safety protocol from day one.
• Coordinate cross-departmentally with grooming, patrol, terrain park and lift operations on trail openings.

Skills

Snowmaking

Leadership

Training

Communication

Job description

The Summit at Snoqualmie in Washington state seeks a Snowmaking Foreman/Lead to direct the on-hill crew, execute the daily snow plan, train Snowmaker I/II staff, and serve as the primary liaison between the crew and the snow control room.

Ideal candidates have 4–8 years of snowmaking experience with proven leadership and calm decision-making under adverse conditions. Wage is $29.00–$30.00/hr DOE; the role is non-benefited with 401(k) eligibility and sick time accrual.