SNOW MAKER

The Snowmaker is crucial in creating the ideal skiing conditions at Spirit Mountain. This role involves managing and operating Snow making equipment such as snowmobiles and blowers to produce artificial snow, ensuring the mountain is primed for skiing and snowboarding activities. The Snowmaker plays a pivotal part in mountain operations, often being the first on the slopes and the last to leave, while experiencing the mountain in its most pristine state.

While this position only typically last for a few months, we encourage our Snowmakers to also apply to Outdoor Operations as Lift Attendants to transfer positions mid season.

• Type: Temporary, Full/Part Time
• Shifts: Day, 2nd, 3rd (overnight)- with shift differentials
• Application Period: Open Now (Hiring Begins in October)
• Duration: Snow making Season (November - December)

While we are now accepting applications, please note that hiring will begin in October. We appreciate your patience as we prepare for another exciting winter season!

• Operate artificial snow making equipment along ski trails.
• Navigate ski trails using chair lifts or snow-terrain vehicles to access equipment.
• Connect equipment to compressed air and water pipelines, adjusting for optimal snow production.
• Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs on snow making equipment.
• Reposition equipment to cover various trail sections or shut off when snow coverage is adequate.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and clear any obstructions.
• Work in different shifts, including day and night, to ensure continuous snow production.

• $1 Ski Pass after meeting 30 days or 4 consecutive shifts of employment.
• Perk Passes for discounts for friends and family and a $50 seasonal pass for your dependents (please note this is for those with eligible dependents).
• 30% discount on food during working hours.
• Overtime eligible and flexible hours.
• Fun culture, experiences, and memories!

• Safety:
  Our top priority for employees, volunteers, and guests.
• Customer Service:
  We strive to always be smiling, friendly employees who treat our guests as valued customers.
• Respect:
  Mutual respect is key to our success and well-being.
• Honesty in Communication:
  Always deal with problems honestly.
• Best Effort:
  Our best effort is required and expected at all times.
• Humor: A sense of humor makes the job fun and enhances the experience for our guests. Be happy!
• Proprietary Interest:
  It is expected that everyone will act as though they own Spirit Mountain, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of the facility.
• Integrity:
  We will act with integrity at all times.

• Attend Snow making and Snowmobile trainings in November.
• Age 18 years or older.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to ride snowmobile or want to learn preferred.

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Competence in working under adverse weather conditions.
• Bend, twist, and turn regularly.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds.