About this opportunity
Vail Resorts lists this Snowmaker opportunity in kirkwood, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Snowmaker
Create 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 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
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
Starting Wage: $20.00/hr - $23.00/hr
Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2026/2027
Shift Type: Full Time and Part Time hours available
Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age
Housing Availability: Yes
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/hr - $23.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.
Worksite address
kirkwood, CA, 95646, US
Who can apply
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