Snowmaking Technician

Stratton Mountain Resort; Stratton (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass

Free/discounted season passes

Free/discounted IKON pass

Discounted golf & fitness memberships

Employee childcare rates & discounted季

Retail & F&B discounts

Friends & family tickets

Onsite medical clinic

Medical, dental, vision, life, etc.

401(k) plan with company match

Discounted tuition plan

Paid parental leave

Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation

Job summary

Stratton Mountain Resort is seeking year-round snowmakers for seasonal positions. The starting wage is $23.00/hr, with higher wages based on experience. Recruitment for this role will continue through December. You9;ll operate snowmaking equipment outdoors in all weather and work overnight hours when needed.

We offer extensive employee benefits, including discounts, medical coverage, and a 401(k) plan, making this a strong seasonal opportunity at a top Vermont resort.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to work in all winter conditions (snow, rain, wind, ice).
• Valid driver7s license.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 12 hour and/or overnight shifts.
• Previous snowmaking experience preferred.
• Previous snowmobile experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pre-season preparation (brush cutting, snow gun and pipeline installation and snow gun setup).
• Safe and efficient operation of snowmaking equipment to produce quality snow.
• Complete maintenance on snowmaking equipment.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Work with minimal supervision.
• Assist other departments and fill in as needed.
• Follow all company safety policies.
• Additional duties as required.

Skills

Lifting up to 70 lbs

Winter weather work

Valid driver7s license

Overnight shifts

Snowmaking experience

Snowmobile experience

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

• Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation

Seasonal

At Stratton, we are a team of people who work extremely hard and take our jobs very seriously, without forgetting how to laugh and have fun. We choose people that display the talent and attitude that exemplify the high level of service our guests expect and deserve.

Our vision is to be A BOLD MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY CULTIVATING EXTRAORDINARY EXPERIENCES.

BESIDES GETTING PAID TO WORK AT AN INCREDIBLE RESORT, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Stratton's team members are rewarded with job experience, opportunities for career advancement and some great lifestyle perks (eligibility based on employee type).

• Alterra Mountain Company Employee Pass - free lift access & discounts at Alterra resorts
• Free or discounted multi-resort dependent season passes
• Free or discounted IKON pass
• Discounted golf & fitness center memberships
• Employee childcare rates & discounted seasonal programs
• Retail + F&B discounts
• Friends & family tickets
• Onsite medical clinic
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, HSAs, & FSAs
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Discounted tuition plan
• Paid parental leave
• Paid sick time, FTO, Vacation

Position Summary

Additional perks & benefits for year round employees

Snowmakers are responsible for safely and efficiently operating snowmaking equipment. Snowmakers must be willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions. Snowmaking is a physically demanding job. Snow is expected to be made whenever temperatures allow, many snowmaking shifts will occur overnight. Full-time seasonal positions available. The starting wage for this position is $23.00/hr, higher wages based on experience.

Recruitment for this role will be ongoing through December.

Essential Duties

• Pre-season preparation (brush cutting, snow gun and pipeline installation and snow gun setup)
• Safe and efficient operation of snowmaking equipment to produce the quality snow that Stratton guests expect
• Complete maintenance on snowmaking equipment
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Work with minimal supervision
• Assist other departments and fill in as needed
• Follow all company safety policies
• Additional duties as required

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skill And Ability Requirements

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, required
• Must be 18+ years of age
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70 pounds
• Ability to work in all winter conditions, including snow, rain, wind, ice
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include 12 hour &/or overnight shifts
• Previous snowmaking experience, preferred
• Previous experience operating snowmobiles, preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

This position may be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

An Equal Opportunity Employer