Snowmaking Shift Lead - 24/25 Season
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PART-TIME or FULL-TIME | SEASONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE

This is where we're supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there's nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you're so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading.

The Snowmaking Shift Lead is responsible for directing the activities of workers engaged in making snow on the mountain, including the operation, maintenance, and repair of the snowmaking system. Overall responsibilities include the operation and functioning of high-pressure air and water systems used in the production of snow and the proficient understanding of the control system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Responsible for the training employees in safe work practices, and interprets company policies to employees and enforces safety regulations.
• Assist in implementing the resort snowmaking Plan with special attention to the safety of all personnel and maximum shift efficiency.
• Regularly inspect and conduct necessary maintenance on snowmaking equipment as needed.
• Maintain safe and orderly winter recreation areas by setting up, storing and operating on-hill equipment in a safe manner.
• Communicate with other mountain operations departments daily regarding mountain operations, snow conditions, special needs, and other relevant information.
• Assist with hiring, motivating, evaluating, and directing staff to ensure adequate guidance and resources to accomplish established goals and objectives.
• Maintain and enhance a guest focused culture in all areas of responsibility.
• Assist with snowmaking personnel and paperwork issues, according to resort guidelines.
• Must be able to operate a snow cat, snow machine and ATV.
• Performs activities of workers supervised.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESTake the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application.Directly supervises up to 5-7 employees in the Snowmaking department. Responsibilities include assisting the Snowmaking Supervisor and Grooming & Snowmaking Manager with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work;