Snowmaking Supervisor

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Norden (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free ski passes

Free group ski lessons

Hotel discounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

Sugar Bowl Resort in California is seeking a Snowmaker Supervisor to lead the Snowmaker I-III crew, directing safe and efficient snowmaking across alpine terrain. You will prioritize nightly needs with the Snow Surfaces Director and own advanced maintenance of guns and pumps.

The role requires 4+ years in snowmaking, supervisory experience, and a team-first, on-call mindset to operate in extreme winter conditions with long hours during peak windows.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of snowmaking experience
• Experience with snowmaking equipment (SMI, Techno Alpin, HKD)
• Prior lead or supervisory experience
• Mentoring and developing operators
• Deep knowledge of snowmaking systems, hydrants and pump stations
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (snow cats, loaders)
• Comfort with safety programs (IIPP)
• Strong reporting and documentation skills
• Team-first mindset and flexibility for on-call shifts

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coach Snowmaker I-III per shift
• Lead safe, efficient snowmaking across alpine terrain
• Set nightly priorities with Snow Surfaces Director based on weather
• Own troubleshooting and maintenance of snow guns and pump stations
• Maintain snowmaking fleet to protect uptime
• Train and onboard new Snowmaker hires
• Evaluate performance and provide coaching to operators
• Enforce safety procedures and IIPP compliance
• Document snowmaking activities for Risk Management
• Coordinate with Grooming Supervisor on snow management
• Maintain clean, organized work areas
• Cross-train and support other departments as needed
• Learn new skills across resort operations
• Perform other duties as assigned by Snow Surfaces Director

Skills

Snowmaking experience

Leadership

Safety compliance

Mentoring

Communication skills

Tools

SMI equipment

Techno Alpin equipment

HKD snowmaking equipment

Snow guns

Job description

• Base Pay $31.00 - $36.00 / Hour
• Job Category Snowmaking
• Employee Type 2B (Seas FT)

Description

Why Sugar Bowl?

Sugar Bowl Resort has been proudly independent for over 80 years and is one of the oldest ski resorts in California. Situated atop beautiful Donner Summit, Sugar Bowl has a storied past with ties to Austrian ski culture, Hollywood and Walt Disney. This special community helped bring skiing to “sunny California” since December 1939. Since then, it continues to attract adventurous winter sports enthusiasts a like.

Who You Are:

• 4+ years of snowmaking experience, including advanced troubleshooting and pump station operation
• Experience with SMI, Techno Alpin and HKD snowmaking equipment
• Prior lead or supervisory experience, ideally in snowmaking or a comparable field-based crew
• A track record of mentoring and developing operators, from entry-level through advanced skill sets
• Deep working knowledge of snowmaking systems, hydrant networks, and pump stations
• Ability to operate heavy equipment such as snow cats and loaders
• Comfortable owning safety program compliance, including the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Strong communication skills, comfortable generating reports and documentation
• Punctual, energetic, and self-motivated, with a genuine team-first mindset
• Comfortable working in extreme weather conditions on extreme terrain, on foot and by vehicle
• Able to work on an on-call basis, with work weeks that may exceed 40 hours during peak production windows
• Treats courtesy and safety as top priorities
• Open to learning new skills and supporting other departments as needed; a versatile, team-first mindset

What You’ll do:

• Directly supervise, schedule, and coach the Snowmaker I, II, and III team each shift
• Lead the safe, efficient operation of the snowmaking system across alpine terrain and varying conditions
• Partner with the Snow Surfaces Director to determine nightly snowmaking priorities based on weather, temperature windows, and production needs
• Own advanced troubleshooting and maintenance of snow guns and pump stations, and upscale major equipment issues appropriately
• Direct the maintenance and upkeep of the snowmaking fleet to protect production uptime
• Train and onboard new Snowmaker I hires, and mentor Snowmaker II and III operators toward continued growth
• Evaluate operator performance, provide direct coaching and feedback, and flag personnel concerns to the Snow Surfaces Director
• Actively enforce safety procedures across the team, and ensure unsafe acts are reported and addressed immediately
• Champion compliance with Sugar Bowl Employee Handbook policies and the Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
• Document snowmaking activity to track effectiveness and support Risk Management needs
• Work with the Grooming Supervisor on snow management and equipment relocations
• Maintain snowmaking facilities and work areas in a clean, organized condition
• Cross-train and lend a hand in other departments as needed, building a broader understanding of resort operations beyond the snowmaking operation.
• Take advantage of opportunities to learn new skills across the resort, supporting a well-rounded, team-first approach to the guest experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Snow Surfaces Director

Physical Requirements:

• Comfortable working outdoors in extreme, cold winter weather conditions, often during overnight and early morning hours
• Capable of occasional repeated lifting of up to 70 lbs, including shoveling
• Steady footing for walking and standing on snow, ice, and uneven alpine terrain for extended periods
• Comfortable working in proximity to pressurized air/water lines and running equipment
• Manual dexterity for equipment inspection, troubleshooting, and hands-on repair work
• Sufficient visual and auditory acuity to safely operate equipment, supervise a crew in the field, and work in low-visibility or nighttime conditions
• Able to travel across alpine terrain both on foot and by vehicle in all conditions
• Paid time off & Paid sick leave
• Employer sponsored 401k plan after 1,000 worked hours and one (1) year of service
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Employer paid life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits (AD&D, critical illness, etc.)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free ski and tubing passes for employees
• 50% off food at our restaurants
• Free group ski and snowboard lessons for employees
• Employee discounted lift tickets for family and friends
• Lift ticket discounts at multiple resorts including 24 Mountain Collective destinations
• Hotel discounts
• Employee ski reciprocal programs

Sugar Bowl Resort believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race, color, hair, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender orientation, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination.