Seasonal Snowmaking Lead

Snow making Lead

The Snow making Lead assists with team oversight, safe and efficient operation of snow making equipment, training, and working closely with other departments including grooming, ski patrol, lift operations, and race director. This involves assisting the snow making manager with assigning, and directing work; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; and is also responsible for the maintenance of snow making equipment in season.

This is a full-time seasonal position. Direct supervision is received from the Snow making Manager. As the snow making lead you will also be working with your team making snow.

Status:
Full Time

This is a seasonal position October 14, 2026 - April 14, 2027

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Actively monitor and support daily operations of the snow making team including but not limited to performing duties of all snow making positions; acting as a working department lead; monitoring work in progress and checking completed work; skiing/riding to test product
• Ensure successful (safe and efficient) charging, operation, and shutdown of the snow making system
• Regularly monitor safety compliance with Company & MIOSHA standards
• Troubleshooting locate and diagnose problems within the snow making system
• Maintain a working knowledge of the snow making control software and be able to help others troubleshoot
• Communicate with colleagues to diagnose and repair as needed
• Assist other departments as requested during periods of high volume, to maximize guest experience
• Perform daily snow making equipment maintenance
• Create the best quality manufactured snow for our guests
• Operate all department vehicles in a safe manner according to department, resort, and company policies and procedures
• Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists
• Work closely with other departments including, Grooming, Ski Patrol, and Lift Operations
• Learn all basic department, resort, and company policies and procedures
• Be able to work under minimal supervision
• All other job duties as assigned.

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ski/ride proficiency at an intermediate level or greater
• Base of knowledge and skills related to compressor/pump mechanics, electrical systems, instrumentation, welding
• Friendly, personable, and empathetic
• Passionate about winter sports, the outdoors or hospitality
• Desire to learn new skills and help others
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to quickly prioritize tasks and adapt accordingly
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Ability to work weekends, nights and holidays

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience and/or Training:
Minimum 1 years, preferred 2

Licenses/Certificates: N/A

Technology/Equipment:
Mobile and Tower Fan Guns, Control Software, Groomer, Pumps, Gages, Motors, Electrical Pedestals, Fuses, Hydrants, Valves, Electrical Disconnects

Physical and mental demands:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance
• The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and occasionally required to taste or smell
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 70 pounds
• Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Equipment Used:

• Snow removal equipment
• Snow making equipment
• Snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs

Working Environment:

• Harsh outside weather conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; extreme cold; risk of electrical shock; and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Regularly work near moving mechanical parts and exposed to outdoor weather conditions and vibration

Benefits (depended on hours worked and status):

Insurance:

• Medical - PPO and HDHP options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company match
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Group Term Life Insurance (company paid)
• Short and Long-Term Disability (company paid)

Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Volunteer Time-Off
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Bereavement/Funeral

Compensation:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Other:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness incentives

Marquette Mountain is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,…