Snowmaker - Vail Resorts : Job Details

Fast Company names Vail Resorts among the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024. Learn more here.Company: Jack Frost and Big Boulder Ski ResortShift Type: Winter Seasonal 2024/2025Create Your Experience of a Lifetime!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) along with free ski and snowboard lessons, 40% retail discounts, the chance to grow through Epic Service - our leading training and development experience, 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 is first).Employee BenefitsSki/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessonsMORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramExcellent training and professional developmentReferral ProgramAs a Snowmaker, you will brave the elements and help build out the mountain for the skiing guest. Snowmaking is a physically demanding and exciting job. Work with some of the most fascinating equipment on the mountain, and make it snow!Job Specifications:Expected Pay Range: $20.00 - $22.04 / hourShift & Schedule Availability: Full TimeDay, Swing, or Grave shifts possible. Weekdays, weekends, holidays.Skill Level: Entry LevelJob Responsibilities:Operate all snowmaking equipment in a safe and efficient mannerOperate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient mannerPerform basic snowmaking equipment maintenanceWork on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests.Other duties as assignedJob Requirements:Valid driver's license with no restrictionsMust be able to communicate fluently in EnglishAble to lift & carry up to 50 lbs.Basic hand tool knowledge and skillAble to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environmentThe expected pay range is $20.00 - $22.04. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.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 ID 504655Reference Date: 09/03/2024Job Code Function: Snowmaking#J-18808-Ljbffr