Specialist Snowmaker

The Specialist Snow making - Controller

The Specialist Snow making - Controller is an office based position that will require light physical duty. It is a data management/logistics based position and will require excellent communication, organizational, documentation and reporting skills. You will support the outside snow making operations by controlling several machine rooms from a computer console with several different software programs.

Hiring for our seasonal positions occurs on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted until June 15th or until the positions are filled, whichever is first.

• Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
• More employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral Program

• Starting Wage: $22.00/hr - $26.03/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
• Shift Type:
  Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age:
  At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Adhere to all snow making policies, safety guidelines and best practice procedures at all times.
• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures.
• Understand safe and efficient operation of all snow making equipment.
• Understand all standards, enterprise best practices, and safety procedures as instructed and outlined in the operational manual.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain electronic snow making monitoring systems and equipment.
• Effective, regular, and continuous communication between shifts, team leadership, and adjacent teams within the resort.
• Proper reporting and careful monitoring of snow making production and material resource consumption (i.e., water, electricity, etc.).
• Assist with standard snow making duties and maintenance of equipment and systems.
• Work closely with other Mountain Operations departments:
  Grooming, Race, Ski Patrol, Lift Maintenance, Fleet maintenance, Lift Operations
• Fan gun maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Other duties as assigned

• Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent
• Grooming experience - preferred
• Must possess valid Driver’s license and acceptable MVR (driving record)
• Must speak, read and write fluent English
• Ability to ski or snowboard at a level 6 ability if necessary

The expected pay range is $22.00/hr - $26.03/hr this is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition

Reference Date: 07/17/2025

Job Code Function:
Snow making

Nearest Major Market:
Sacramento

Nearest Secondary Market:
Elk Grove