Snowmaker

Job Description

Job Title: Snowmaker
Department: Snowmaking
Reports To: Manager, Shift Supervisor
Status: Seasonal Full Time

Snowbasin Resort believes that people are at the center of everything we do, from caring for our employees and guests, to serving the communities where we live. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in hiring, training, and career advancement. Building a community that is respectful and kind towards one another is who we are.

SUMMARY:
This job is an outside position working in the elements, working under dark, cold and adverse conditions. Work begins late October and typically runs through the middle of January. 12 hour shifts are required Day Shift from 7am to 7pm, Night Shift from 7pm to 7am four consecutive days.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties may be assigned):
1. Gun runs consisting of rotating guns, checking snow quality and clearing snow from around shelters.
2. Setup, teardown, troubleshooting and mobilization of automatic, manual and fan guns.
3. Monitor and operation of snowmaking computer as well as system pressure and flow.
4. Monitor and operation of water computer.
5. Monitor snowmaking motor room


EQUIPMENT USED:
Trucks, ATV, UTV, Snowmobiles, Trailers, Ski and Snowboard Equipment (day shift only), fixed guns, Mobile guns, Hoses, Shovel, Hand tools and torches.


RESPONSIBILITIES TO SAFETY:
1. Vehicle safety training (truck, ATV and snowmobile)
2. Hearing protection
3. Proper Clothing and footwear
4. Controlled skiing and snowboarding
5. Environmental awareness

NOTE: This job description shall not be construed as a contract for employment. Snowbasin Resort is an at-will employer. As a prerequisite to employment, a criminal background check is required. Results of a background check aren't immediate grounds for disqualification.