Snow Surfaces Supervisor

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 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.

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).
 

Job 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
   

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

• Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
• Free ski passes for dependents
• Critical Illness and Accident plans

Job Summary:

The Snow Surfaces Supervisor will provide strategic direction and leadership to build a strong team to execute snowmaking, grooming and terrain park during production season and maintain and upgrade equipment the remainder of the season. This position will also ensure adherence to all safety protocols, financial budgets and leadership development of the entire snow surfaces team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safety, training, and management of snow surfaces during winter operations
• Will oversee the proper installation and maintenance of snowmaking equipment.
• Lead winter snowmaking, grooming and terrain park operations
• Problem solve various issues to ensure an efficient and safe operation
• Must be proactive and look for improvements in all aspects of the operation on a consistent basis
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all mandated policies, programs in addition to managing operating and capital budgets
• Responsible for the identification and development of talent and leadership on the snow surfaces team
• Responsible for the engagement, moral and welfare of the snow surfaces team.
• Provide excellent and effective communication to departments across the mountain and resort, treating other departments as your ‘internal guests’.
• Responsible for aiding in Hiring, Scheduling and Time & Labor
• Other duties as assigned.

 Job Requirements:

Required:

• High School diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent work experience
• Previous snowmaking, grooming or mountain operations experienc
• Minimum three years supervisory experience
• Must be able to work various shifts including nights, holidays, weekends and extended hours during peak operations
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have general computer skills, including Microsoft Office & VRI Software programs preferred
• Must be able to read, speak, write and understand English – required

Preferred:

• Previous heavy equipment and/or cat operating experience
• Previous electrical and mechanical (pumps, motors, compressors) experience – highly preferre
• Previous snowmaking installation experienc
• Previous experience budgeting at departmental level 

Physical Requirements:

• Advanced skier/snowboarder – Preferred
• Able to withstand inclement weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Able to lift and carry 75 pounds in a rugged alpine environment
• Must be able to stand, walk and ski in boots for long portions of your shift.

The expected pay range is $25.00/hr - $30.15/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  514466
Reference Date: 04/22/2026 
Job Code Function: Snowmaking