Supervisor Snowmaking

Date:  Jun 30, 2025
Location: 

Kirkwood, CA, US

Company:  Kirkwood Mountain Resort
Shift Type:  Winter Seasonal 2025/2026

 

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

 

To Learn More, please review the Benefits Eligibility Summary

 

Job Summary:

Service is the foundation of everything we stand for at Vail Resorts and our Snowmakers are no exception to creating this experience of a lifetime. Responsible for overseeing the manufactured snow production, Managers are organized leaders working behind the scenes to ensure high quality snowmaking operations. 

 

Job Specifications: 

  • Starting Wage: $28.00/hr - $32.00/hr
  • Employment Type: Winter Seasonal 2025/2026
  • Shift Type: Full Time hours available
  • Housing Availability: Yes

 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all aspects of the Snowmaking department for the location such as performance, compliance, staffing, training, and development 
  • Review engineering and design plans snow making operations and maintenance programs  
  • Manage construction, installation and improvement projects relating to the snowmaking operation  
  • Review records of operational and safety performance making suggestions for improvement 
  • Maintain adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and company policies 
  • Coordinate with other management, departments, and third-party organizations throughout the course of work 
  • Participate in leadership forums providing feedback and input on snowmaking operations, training, and continuous improvement opportunities.  
  • Other duties as assigned  

 

Job Requirements: 

  • Highschool diploma or equivalent
  • Must be at least 21 years old  
  • Valid driver’s license 
  • 3-5 years supervisory experience preferred
  • Snowmaking operations experience required
  • Must be able to communicate fluently in English 
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, holidays, and weekends 
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs  

 

The expected pay range is $28.00/hr - $32.00/hr. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

 

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  509259
Reference Date: 06/25/2025 
Job Code Function: Snowmaking
  


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