Snowmaker II

Job Location:

Purgatory Resort - DURANGO, CO 81301, Position Type:
Seasonal, Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly, Snowmaker II

Snowmaker II is an experienced position responsible for independently producing and maintaining high-quality machine-made snow across the mountain to support safe and consistent skiing and riding conditions. Team members operate a variety of manual and automated snow making equipment, including air/water snow guns, tower guns, fan guns, hydrants, hoses, valves, and other components of high-pressure water and compressed-air systems.

Snowmaker II employees are expected to perform routine snow making operations with minimal supervision, make appropriate adjustments based on weather and snow conditions, identify and troubleshoot common equipment issues, and recognize when operating conditions or equipment problems require escalation to a Crew Lead or Snow making Leadership. Employees at this level may also assist with the training and development of less-experienced Snowmakers.

Snow making requires physical endurance, strong situational awareness, sound judgment, mechanical aptitude, communication, and teamwork. Candidates must be comfortable working independently outdoors in below-freezing temperatures and variable mountain weather, on steep and icy terrain, during both day and night shifts. Previous professional snow making experience or demonstrated equivalent competency is required.

This is a seasonal position. Dates are subject to change based on weather, snow making needs, applicant availability, and the needs of the business. This role comes with a free season pass for you and your dependents. For a full list of benefits, visit the Purgatory employee benefits page. https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. This position will remain open until filled.

• Independently operate, monitor, and adjust snow making equipment including air/water snow guns, tower guns, fan guns, hydrants, hoses, valves, and automated snow making equipment where applicable.
• Set up, move, connect, drain, and maintain snow making hoses and equipment across assigned terrain.
• Perform routine snow gun startup, adjustment, shutdown, draining, and freeze-prevention procedures with minimal supervision.
• Monitor weather conditions, wet-bulb temperature, wind, snow quality, coverage, and equipment performance and make appropriate operational adjustments.
• Inspect snow making equipment and infrastructure and identify leaks, freezing, mechanical issues, abnormal operating conditions, and other problems affecting production or safety.
• Troubleshoot and correct common field equipment and operating issues within the employee’s level of training and authorization.
• Recognize conditions that require escalation and promptly communicate system, equipment, production, or safety concerns to a Crew Lead or Snow making Leadership.
• Maintain clear and professional radio communication with Snow making, Pumphouse, Grooming, and other Mountain Operations personnel.
• Safely operate snowmobiles, UTVs, trucks, and 4x4 vehicles in winter mountain conditions.
• Perform daily inspections of assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment and report or address deficiencies as appropriate.
• Independently complete routine terrain assignments while maintaining communication with the Crew Lead and other team members.
• Assist with the training and development of Snowmaker I employees in basic snow making operations, equipment use, and safe work practices.
• Follow established department procedures, safety requirements, and PPE standards at all times.

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