Snowmaker

Continue Your Experience of a Lifetime
Vail Resorts provides a variety of opportunities for employees to grow in their passion for the outdoors while building lifelong connections with teammates and guests from around the world.  

As you move from season to season, or begin a year-round career, you’ll continue to receive some of the highest compensation rates in the industry, free Epic 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.

Our team members are the core of our mission. Providing the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests starts with you. 

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 Benefits

•    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

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

Job Summary: 

As 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 / hour

• Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time and Part Time

  • Day, Swing, or Grave shifts possible. Weekdays, weekends, holidays. 

• Skill Level: Entry Level 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Operate all snowmaking equipment in a safe and efficient manner 

• Operate all vehicles, including snowmobiles, in a safe and efficient manner 

• Perform basic snowmaking equipment maintenance 

• Work on the production of snow to create the best skiing surface for our guests. 

• Other duties as assigned 

Job Requirements: 

• Valid driver's license with no restrictions 

• Must be able to communicate fluently in English 

• Able to lift & carry up to 50 lbs. 

• Basic hand tool knowledge and skill 

• Able to work extended hours outdoors in an alpine environment 

The 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  502351
Reference Date: 07/11/2024 
Job Code Function: Snowmaking