Seasonal - Snowmaker - MM

Discover the allure of the Northwoods at Marquette Mountain Resort. Immerse yourself in our passion for providing an exceptional experience, where every detail is carefully considered. Our resort offers year-round adventure and stunning natural beauty across all four seasons. Whether you seek the thrill of the slopes or the tranquility of the trails, you'll be captivated by the spectacular views of Lake Superior.

Seasonal position:
Oct 17, 2025 – April 14, 2026.

As a Snowmaker you will brave the elements, be prepared for long hours, and potentially work overnight to lay the groundwork for the ski season creating an exceptional experience for our guests. As part of the MMR snow making team, you will help create the first snow of the season.

• Operate all department vehicles in a safe manner according to department, resort, and company policies and procedures.
• Perform daily snow making equipment maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Create the best quality manufactured snow for our guests, ensuring a memorable skiing experience.
• Work closely with other departments including Grooming, Ski Patrol, and Lift Operations to coordinate efforts and enhance guest satisfaction.
• Learn all basic department, resort, and company policies and procedures to continuously improve job knowledge and performance.
• Be able to work under minimal supervision, demonstrating readiness to take on new challenges and learn new skills.
• Brave the elements, be prepared for long hours, and potentially work overnight to lay the groundwork for the ski season, demonstrating a pioneering spirit and dedication to the job.
• Help create the first snow of the season, contributing to the excitement and anticipation of the upcoming ski season.
• Safely and efficiently operate snow making equipment, ensuring responsible use of resources.
• Document and report mechanical/safety issues, complete maintenance logs and checklists, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining equipment and ensuring a safe working environment.

• Perform any other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the snow making team and the resort.

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Ability to work weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Basic hand tool knowledge and skills.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

No experience necessary.

• 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, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and occasionally required to taste or smell.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision requirements of this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Snow removal equipment.
• Snow making equipment.

• 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.

• 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 (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.
• Volunteer Time Off.
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Bereavement/Funeral.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Wellness incentives.

• Entry level.

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, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.