Compressor Attendant

Job Details

Job Location:

Killington, VT 05751

Position Type:
Full-Time/Part-Time Seasonal

Salary Range: $22.60 - $23.73 Hourly

Job Category:
Mountain Operations

• Compensation:
  Hourly wage, adjusted based on experience.
• Benefits:
  Seasonal position eligible for a season pass for employee/dependents and privileges at several other resorts. Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) also available.

The Compressor Attendant will report to the Pump and Compressor Foreman and Snow making Manager and will over-see operations at a designated compressor pad during the winter snow making season. The Compressor Attendant is responsible for the operation of diesel and electric air compressors and related support equipment, upkeep of compressor pads and buildings, minor maintenance of equipment, routine operational checks and inspections of snow making pumps, compressors, and valving.

• Oversee operations of a designated compressor pad, pump house, area, or zone
• Start, stop, warm-up, and maintain electric and diesel air compressors, based on the needs of the snow making system, as instructed by the snow making control room
• Perform equipment adjustments based on snow making system needs
• Conduct routine checks of snow making equipment such as air compressors, pumps, and valving
• Maintain equipment logs and records hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly
• Report pond and rivers levels to the snow making control room twice per day, or more, as needed
• Notify the snow making control room of any alarms, issues, or potential problems in a timely manner
• Remove snow and/or ice buildup at compressor pads, pump houses, valve stations, water inlets, snow making related dwellings, and surrounding areas
• Assist snow making personnel with transportation needs of equipment and crew
• Assist the snow making mechanic and/or maintenance foremen with minor maintenance on portable diesel air compressors such as changing oil, fuel, and air filters

• Valid US Driver’s License
• Basic mechanical knowledge and skills
• Ability to work night shift (7PM-7AM)
• Must be able to work nights/days, 12 hour shifts, weekends, and holidays

• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work outside in the elements, including frigid cold, for sustained periods of time
• Must be in good physical condition

It is the policy of Killington/Pico Ski Resort Partners, LLC to provide equal opportunity and employment to all staff and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, age, physical or mental condition, or any qualified individual with a disability or veteran status.