Lead Snowmaker

Now hiring for winter 2026/27 - Cooks, Drivers, Instructors & more. Apply today!

Come work and play in the mountains! Whether it’s your first time seeing snow or you were born on the slopes, joining our team means discovering (or re‑discovering!) a passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.

With 40+ resorts across 3 continents, you can join our team for a season or stay to build a career. From day one, you’ll receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free pass(es) and free ski and snowboard lessons, 40 % retail discounts, training and development through Epic Service, and wellness benefits to fuel your success.

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

• Free ski and mountain passes for employees, discounted lift tickets for friends and family, and free ski lessons
• Additional discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee assistance program
• Excellent training and professional development
• Referral program

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts. Snowmakers are creative, tech‑savvy professionals responsible for manufactured snow production, laying the groundwork for an epic snow season.

• Starting Wage: $23.00/hr – $30.61/hr
• Employment Type:
  
  Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
• Shift Type:
  Full Time hours available
• Minimum Age:
  At least 18 years of age
• Housing Availability:
  Yes

• Operate all transportation vehicles as per the standard operating procedures
• Understand and teach proper snow making quality checks
• Lead day‑to‑day operations
• Mentor and guide snowmaker teammates
• Operate snow making pumps, compressors, and snow making guns (manual and automated)
• Maintain snow making equipment and buildings as directed
• Complete assigned tasks while unsupervised
• Other duties as assigned

• Valid driver’s license
• Previous experience operating/maintaining heavy machinery; snow making experience preferred
• Fluent communication in English
• Ability to work outdoors in alpine environments
• Flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs

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 under applicable law.

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