Snowmaking Pro – Alpine Resort, Alaska

Alyeska Resort; Alaska; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage $18/hour

Employee housing

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off & holidays

Free Mountain Pass for employees

Employee discounts on lodging, dining,

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, is hiring Snowmaker 1 or Snowmaker 2 to operate and maintain artificial snowmaking equipment on ski trails, ensuring optimal conditions for guests. You will set up, relocate, and adjust snow guns, while staying aware of safety around snow cats, hoses, and machinery.

Flexible shifts and an employee housing option support work‑life balance. The role demands physical stamina, the ability to work in extreme cold, and a readiness for long shifts and on‑call duty.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in variable weather conditions.
• Ability to accommodate a highly flexible work schedule (shifts when temperatures drop).
• Willingness to work long shifts (up to 12 hours).
• Reliability and on-call telephone accessibility.
• Capability to work well under pressure.
• Prior experience preferred (required for Snowmaker 2).
• Strong customer service skills with verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in skiing or snowboarding on ungroomed surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain snowmaking equipment with precision, ensuring optimal snow quality and coverage.
• Set up, relocate, and dismantle snowmaking equipment across mountain locations.
• Adjust snow guns to achieve peak performance under varying temperatures.
• Remove ice buildup on snow machines and hoses.
• Maintain safety protocols for a secure team and guest environment.
• Safely operate and maintain snow cats, snowmobiles, and hoses.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Fill propane bottles as needed.
• Collaborate with fellow snowmakers and resort staff to deliver a seamless winter experience.

Skills

Snowmaking

Safety protocols

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Skiing or snowboarding

Reliability

Tools

Snowmaking equipment

Snow cats

Snowmobiles

Job description

Alyeska Resort in Girdwood, Alaska, is hiring Snowmaker 1 or Snowmaker 2 to operate and maintain artificial snowmaking equipment on ski trails, ensuring optimal conditions for guests. You will set up, relocate, and adjust snow guns, while staying aware of safety around snow cats, hoses, and machinery.

Flexible shifts and an employee housing option support work‑life balance. The role demands physical stamina, the ability to work in extreme cold, and a readiness for long shifts and on‑call duty.