Snowmaking Manager | Lead 24/7 Mountain Operations

Schweitzer; Winhall (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite medical clinic

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Vacation & sick time

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 of Stratton’s snowmaking program, focusing on safety, production, reliability, and resource efficiency.

The Snowmaking Manager leads a large seasonal team in a fast-moving, 24/7 environment. This full-time, year-round, benefit-eligible position requires collaboration with Mountain Operations and other

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive snowmaking experience with leadership or management experience.
• Strong 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 communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

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

Snowmaking

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Team development

Tools

Snowmaking equipment

Automated 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 of Stratton’s snowmaking program, focusing on safety, production, reliability, and resource efficiency.

The Snowmaking Manager leads a large seasonal team in a fast-moving, 24/7 environment. This full-time, year-round, benefit-eligible position requires collaboration with Mountain Operations and other