Snowmaker

Seasonal

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Operates and maintains snow making system to create optimal skiing and snowboarding surface of man-made snow.

Applicants must be 18 years of age.

The base hourly pay range below represents the low and high end of the Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC's hourly pay range for this position. Actual pay will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel.

The range listed is just one component of Palisades Tahoe Resort, LLC's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Base hourly pay range: $18.00 - $32.14 per hour

• Free skiing + riding privileges to 17 iconic resorts including Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat, Solitude and more!
• Healthcare options for both Seasonal & Year-Round employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, etc.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Free and discounted lift tickets
• 25%-50% discount at Food & Beverage locations at Palisades & Alpine
• 40% discount at Palisades Tahoe operated retail stores, including The North Face, Patagonia, Oakley, and more!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Set up, tear down, and maintain snow making system: gun and hoses set up, machine check out, on hill shoveling
• Manufacture snow which meets or exceeds established quality standards
• Make the necessary adjustments to the computer system during operational periods
• Travel over the snow on steep terrain by foot or via snowmobile in order to check on system operation and to perform adjustments and minor repairs
• Monitor quality of snow produced; make adjustments to snow making equipment as necessary
• Accurate record keeping regarding significant events and machine performance
• Operate and maintain snow making facility, ponds, compressor rooms, locker rooms, facilities in a clean and orderly manner. Perform general cleaning and housekeeping tasks
• Responsible for checkout and return of all small tools to original locations
• Report any malfunctions or needed repairs of operational problems to supervisor immediately
• Must be able to operate snow making equipment and snowmobiles in compliance with the Palisades Tahoe safety policy

• Assists in training and development of entry and intermediate staff
• Recommends adjustments to improve snow quality and efficiency

• Effective communication skills, oral & written
• Strong sense of customer service & safety awareness
• Able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Have a neat & clean appearance in compliance with the company grooming standards
• Punctual, able to report at scheduled start time
• Work well as part of a team.
• Required to ski or snowboard on snow and ice, and up and down hill, while carrying equipment.
• Able to work with minimum supervision

• Welding
• Carpentry
• Plumbing knowledge
• First Aid/CPR Training

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to…